Socialization Concepts Quiz

What is the definition of a total institution?

• A place where people are isolated and controlled by an authority

• A place where individuals have complete freedom in their activities

• A workplace that encourages individuality

• A social club where people gather voluntarily

Which of the following is an example of a total institution?

• A university

• A prison

• A shopping mall

• A neighborhood community center

What is the definition of desocialization?

• The process of unlearning old behaviors, norms, and values

• The process of learning new cultural norms before moving to a new country

• The act of joining a new group and making friends

• The study of how social behavior develops

Which of the following is an example of desocialization?

• A soldier learning to take military orders

• A retired officer adjusting to civilian life

• A college student learning to manage finances

• A high schooler preparing for their first job

What is the definition of resocialization?

• The process of adopting new norms, values, and behaviors

• The study of social relationships

• A form of education focused on etiquette

• The rejection of all social norms and rules

Which of the following is an example of resocialization?

• A newly released prisoner adjusting to modern life

• A teenager learning how to drive

• A tourist learning a new language for vacation

• A student joining an after-school club

What is the definition of anticipatory socialization?

• Preparing for future social roles by adopting behaviors in advance

• Adapting to new norms after experiencing a major life change

• Learning about different social behaviors in a classroom

• Avoiding social interactions before a big change

Which of the following is an example of anticipatory socialization?

• A student dressing formally for job interviews before graduation

• A retired individual adjusting to a new lifestyle

• A new employee going through company training after being hired

• A child learning manners from their parents

What is the definition of a reference group?

• A group that people compare themselves to when evaluating their own behavior and identity

• A random collection of individuals with no shared interests

• A group that forces its members to follow strict rules

• A team of coworkers in the same company

Which of the following is an example of a reference group?

• A teenager looking up to professional athletes as role models

• A person talking to random strangers on the street

• A retired person avoiding social comparisons

• A student forming a study group with classmates