Unit 2 Culture and Socialization (Sociology) Review

Which of the following statements about culture is FALSE

• Culture is the shared beliefs, values, norms, and material objects that constitute a people's way of life.

• Culture is a social construct

• Culture exist in every society

• You can belong to only one culture at a time.

Define the term 'Society'.

• Society is a group of people who share a culture and a territory.

• Society is a type of government system.

• Society refers to a collection of laws and rules.

• Society is a scientific method of studying plants.

Sociobiologist believe that cultural traits that a society values get passed on genetically because:

• The people who embody social ideals will have an easier time finding a spose and procreating

• People with extremely undesirable traits or behaviors won't procreate because they will struggle relationally

• Society can remove people with undesired traits and behaviors from the gene pool (prison, institution, execution)

• All of the answers are correct

What are some criticisms of Sociobiology? (Select all that apply)

• It can be used to justify descrimination of minority groups

• It focuses too much on cultural diversity.

• It assumes those with desired traites will procreate more.

• It doesn't use social darwinism as a basis for it's stance on cultural existance

What is the hypothesis of linguistic relativity?

• The hypothesis of linguistic relativity suggests that the language a person speaks influences their perception of reality.

• The hypothesis of linguistic relativity states that all languages are equally complex.

• The hypothesis of linguistic relativity claims that language has no effect on thought processes.

• The hypothesis of linguistic relativity argues that language is genetically determined.

Which of the following is an example of material culture?

• All people are created equal

• Wearing a wedding ring

• Changing one's name after marriage

• "You throw like a girl" = insult

Define 'Folkways'.

• Folkways are norms for routine or casual interaction - they don't impact one's view of an individuals moral character

• Folkways are strict laws enforced by the government.

• Folkways are scientific theories about human behavior.

• Folkways are religious rituals performed annually.

Define 'Mores'.

• Mores are norms that are widely observed and have great moral significance.

• Mores are informal agreements about fashion and style.

• Mores are scientific laws governing nature.

• Mores are personal preferences with no social impact.

What is a 'Taboo'?

• A taboo is a norm so strong that it brings extreme sanctions, even revulsion, if violated.

• A taboo is a law enforced by the government.

• A taboo is a popular trend in society.

• A taboo is a type of traditional food.

Define 'Laws' in the context of culture. (Select all that apply)

• Laws are norms that are formally defined and enforced by officials.

• Laws are unwritten traditions passed down through generations.

• Laws are personal beliefs that guide individual behavior.

• Laws can be folkways, mores, or taboos