Quiz on Intersectionality and Social Inequality

What term describes the combination of age, gender, ethnicity, and social class affecting individuals?

• Capitalism

• Intersectionality

• Stereotyping

• Discrimination

Interactionism focuses on?

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• big structures

• small scale interactions

• Social Class

What is the main idea behind labelling theory?

• It explains how inequalities can start in small interactions.

• It focuses on large-scale social structures.

• It discusses the impact of social class on education.

• It emphasizes the role of capitalism in society.

What does the term 'master status' refer to in labelling theory?

• A stereotype that is universally accepted

• The most important social class

• A label that defines how others perceive a person

• The highest level of education achieved

According to Marxists, the reserve army refers to

• Unemployed people who can be employed when the economy is doing well/ needs them

• People who are employed sometimes

• The bourgeoisie exploits the proletariat.

• They work together for mutual benefit.

What does the 'poverty trap' concept explain?

• The role of education in reducing inequality.

• The benefits of capitalism for workers.

• The difficulty of escaping poverty due to systemic issues.

• How wealth is distributed in society.

What is meant by 'ideological control' in Marxist theory?

• The manipulation of workers' beliefs by capitalists.

• The influence of media on public opinion.

• The control of education systems by the state.

• The enforcement of laws to protect workers.

What is a 'reserve army of labour' according to Marxism?

• Workers who are unionized.

• A term for retired workers.

• Unemployed workers ready to take jobs.

• A group of highly skilled workers.

Which of the following is a key term associated with labelling theory where people become their label?

• Exploitation

• Self-fulfilling prophecy

• Ideological control

• Reserve army of labour

How does intersectionality affect life chances according to the text?

• It has no impact on life chances.

• It can create unique advantages or disadvantages.

• It only affects social class.

• It is only relevant for minority groups.