Sociology Unit 3 Test

What is deviance in sociological terms?

• Following social norms perfectly

• Breaking or challenging social norms

• Creating new social rules

• Maintaining traditional values

Which perspective views deviance as necessary for society to function?

• Conflict perspective

• Functionalist perspective

• Symbolic interactionist perspective

• Cultural perspective

According to Max Weber, what is a key characteristic of bureaucracies?

• Personal relationships determine hierarchy

• Informal communication channels

• Clear hierarchical structure

• Flexible rules and regulations

In a capitalist economic system, who owns the means of production?

• The government

• Private individuals and corporations

• The working class

• State-controlled enterprises

How does the symbolic interactionist perspective view deviance?

• As a result of power imbalances

• As a product of labeling and social interaction

• As necessary for social order

• As a threat to society

What is a primary characteristic of socialism?

• Complete private ownership

• Government ownership of major industries

• No economic regulation

• Free market competition

According to Marx, what is the main problem with bureaucracies?

• They are too efficient

• They promote equality

• They alienate workers

• They lack structure

What is conformity?

• Breaking social norms

• Creating new rules

• Following established social norms

• Challenging authority

Which economic system features complete state control of the economy?

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Communism

• Free market

What is a common universal problem in bureaucracies?

• Too much efficiency

• Red tape and excessive paperwork

• Too little hierarchy

• Lack of rules