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WorksheetsSociology chpt 12
Total questions: 54
Worksheet time: 34mins
The social institution through which a society teaches its members the skills, knowledge, norms, and values they need to learn to become good, productive members of their society.
education
formal education
informal education
hidden curriculum
learning that occurs is schools under teachers, principals and other specially trained professionals
education
formal education
informal education
hidden curriculum
learning that occurs outside the schools traditionally in the home
education
formal education
informal education
hidden curriculum
Match the following Theories with their sociological perspectives
Education serves several functions for society. These include (a)socialization, (b) social integration, (c) social placement, and (d) social and cultural innovation. Latent functions include child care, the establishment of peer relationships, and lowering unemployment by keeping high school students out of the full-time labor force.
Functionalist
Education promotes social inequality through the use of tracking and standardized testing and the impact of its “hidden curriculum.” Schools differ widely in their funding and learning conditions, and this type of inequality leads to learning disparities that reinforce social inequality
Conflict theory
This perspective focuses on social interaction in the classroom, on the playground, and in other school venues. Specific research finds that social interaction in schools affects the development of gender roles and that teachers’ expectations of pupils’ intellectual abilities affect how much pupils learn
Symbolic interactionism
Match the following functions of education
Socialization (most important)
learning the norms, values, and skills needed to function in society, In the US, competition over r
social integration
people must subscribe to a common set of beliefs and values
social placement
children are taught at the level that is thought to suit them best.
social and cultural innovation
scientists must first be educated in many subjects they need to know before making important discove
By-products of going to school and receiving an education rather than a direct effect of the education itself.
Latent functions
Improved communication skills
Increased job opportunities
Increased knowledge base
Select the three latent functions of education
child care (child is taken care of for free for several hours a day once they start kindergarten)
Establishment of peer relationships (most of us met many friends that last a long time in school)
keeps millions of students out of the full-time labor force (the unemployment rate is lower than it would be if they were in the labor force)
a set of values and beliefs learned in school that support the status quo, including the existing social hierarchy.
hidden curriculum
A system of rules and regulations that govern the behavior of individuals in a society.
A set of principles and beliefs that guide people's actions and decisions.
A set of shared values and beliefs that guide people's behavior and attitudes.
According to conflict theory, what are the disadvantages of tracking?
Conflict theorists say tracking perpetuates social inequality based on social class and race ethnicity
Standardized tests are culturally biased and thus also help to perpetuate social inequality. Middle class backgrounds afforded them experiences that help them answer questions on the tests
quality of schools are unqual. which helps perpetuate inequality. Children going to worse schools are gonna face more obstacles to their learning thatn those going to well funded schools.
School teaches hidden curriculum
What is symbolic interactionist perspective in education?
studies of education that examine social interaction in the classroom and in other school venues. help understand what occurs in school is relevant for the larger society.
An approach to education that emphasizes the importance of understanding the context of the classroom.
An approach to education that emphasizes the importance of understanding the context of the classroom.
A society in which higher education is seen as evidence of the attainment of the needed knowledge and skills for various kinds of jobs
credential society
A society in which higher education is seen as a status symbol
A society in which higher education is seen as a requirement for certain professions
A society in which higher education is seen as a prerequisite for success
How does education affect social and moral attitudes
education leads us to be more tolerant and even approving of nontraditional beliefs and behaviors and less likely to hold various kinds of prejudices
Education encourages us to be more independent and self-reliant.
Education helps us to develop a better understanding of our own culture and beliefs.
What's the impact that education has on income?
Education itself makes a huge difference in our incomes. People with more educational attainment achieve higher incomes
Education increases the likelihood of finding a job.
Education helps to build a strong sense of self-worth.
Education encourages critical thinking and problem solving.
school segregation stemming from legal requirements
de jure segregation
de facto segregation
school segregation stemming from neighborhood residential patterns
de jure segregation
de facto segregation
What was the Brown v. Board of Education decision?
The US supreme court outlawed de jure school segregation in its brown v. board of education decision. This was then overturned which said that schools could be racially separate but equal
The ruling that declared racial segregation in public transportation unconstitutional
The ruling that declared racial segregation in public housing unconstitutional
The ruling that declared racial segregation in public parks unconstitutional
Schools for high achieving students of all races to which the students and their families apply for admission
magnet schools
Private academies
Boarding schools
What is the social control theory of delinquency?
assumes that weak social bonds to family, schools, and other social institutions help promote juvenile delinquency
suggests that delinquency is caused by a lack of moral values
proposes that criminal behavior is caused by poverty and inequality
argues that criminal behavior is a result of a lack of law enforcement
How effective are zero-tolerance policies in reducing school violence?
research suggests zero-tolerance policies fail and do more harm than good
Zero-tolerance policies are highly successful in reducing school violence.
Zero-tolerance policies are not necessary to reduce school violence.
Zero-tolerance policies are an effective way to prevent school violence.
the set of beliefs and practices regarding sacred things that help a society understand the meaning and purpose of life
religion
Ideology
Philosophy
Customs
Aspects of life that are supernatural and awe-inspiring
religion
sacred
profane
The beauty of nature
aspects of life that are practical and down to earth
religion
sacred
profane
Pursuing hobbies
believing in one god
monotheistic
polytheistic
Animistic
Atheistic
Believing in more than one god
monotheistic
polytheistic
Polytheism
Pantheism
Select the 5 pillars of Islam guide of Muslim life
Acceptance of Allah as God and Muhamad as his messenger
ritual worship, daily prayers
observing Ramadan, month of prayer and fasting
giving aims to the poor
making a holy pilgrimage to Mecca before one dies
This is the world's largest religion. It began 2,000 years ago in Palestine under influence of Jesus of Nazareth and today is a Western religion. Many believe that salvation awaits them if they follow his example
Christianity
Islam
Buddhism
Hinduism
This is the second largest religion that includes most of the Middle East, northern Africa, and parts of Asia. founded by Muhammad in the 600s AD, regarded today as a prophet who was a descendant of Abraham. Sacred book is called the Koran.
Christianity
Islam
Buddhism
Hinduism
This is the third largest religion. includes people who live in India and Pakistan. began in 2000 BC and live according to a set of religious precepts called dharma. often called ethical religion and believe in reincarnation. Belief is that one should live according to the rules of one's caste
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
Buddhism
This religion claims more than 500 million followers who mostly live in Asia. It developed out of Hinduism and was founded by Siddhartha Gautama more than 500 years before the birth of Jesus. Also, believe in reincarnation and that people experience suffering unless they give up material cons and follow principles Teachings now called Dhamma
Christianity
Judaism
Islam
Buddhism
This religion claims about 15 million people, most of them in Israel and the United States. One of the first monotheistic religions, it relies heavily on the Torah, Talmud, and the Mishnah.
Judaism
Confucianism
buddhism
Islam
This religion reigned in China for centuries but was abolished in 1949 after the Chinese Revolution ended in Communist control. About 6 million People who practice do so secretly. Teachings were compiled in a book called The Analects.
Judaism
Buddhism
Christianity
Confucianism
What are the Three main Jewish dominations
Orthodox,
Conservative
Reform
Humanistic
Which theoretical perspective assumes Religion serves several functions for society. -Giving meaning and purpose to life- reinforcing social unity and stability- agent of social control of behavior- promotes physical and psychological well-being, and motivating people to work for positive social change
functionalism
conflict theory
symbolic interactionism
Which theoretical perspective assumes Religion reinforces and promotes social inequality and social conflict. It helps convince the poor to accept their lot in life, and it leads to hostility and violence motivated by religious differences.
functionalism
conflict theory
symbolic interactionism
Which theoretical perspective focuses on the ways in which individuals interpret their religious experiences. It emphasizes that beliefs and practices are not sacred unless people regard them as such. once they are regarded as sacred, they take on special significance and give meaning to people's lives.
functionalism
conflict theory
symbolic interactionism
Match the following five functions and descriptions of religion functions according to Emile Durkheim
religion gives meaning and purpose to life.
faith and belief help many people make sense of things science cannot tell us.
reinforces social unity and stability (Durkheim's most important insight)
strengthens social stability by using common set of beliefs & socialization & brings people together
agent of social control and thus strengthens social order
teaches moral behavior and learn how to be good members of society
greater psychological and physical well-being
gives comfort to people in distress, promotes better physical health,sometimes live longer
motivate people to work for positive social change
played key role in civil rights movement. MLK risked lives to desegregate the south
A large bureaucratically organized religious organization that's closely integrated into the larger society
Church
sect
cult
A large, bureaucratically organized religious organization that is a formal part of the state and has most or all of a state's citizens as its members (automatically become members when they're born) Ex., Islam
ecclesia
sect
cult
Second type of church organization is a large, bureaucratic religious organization that is closely integrated into the larger society but is not a formal part of the state.
denomination
Congregation
Sect
Cult
name for church that has more that 2000 people worship every weekend on the average. Concerned with members' practical needs in addition to helping them achieve religious fulfillment. The members are unable to develop close bonds unlike the smaller churches
megachurch
Synagogue
Mosque
Cathedral
A small religious organization that is at great odds with the norms and values of the larger society
cult
sect
megachurch
A relatively small religious organization that is not closely integrated into the larger society and that often conflicts with at lest some of its norms and values
sect
cult
megachurch
What is the differences between a cult and a sect?
A sect has broken away from a larger denomination
Cults are often secretive and do not proselytized as much
Cults are more likely to rely on charismatic leadership
The Amish in the US are perhaps the most well-known example of a current sect.
true
false
Term for Actual membership in a church or synagogue, or just a stated identification with a particular religion, whether or not someone actually belongs to a local house of worship.
religious affiliation
Attending religious services regularly
Believing in a particular set of religious doctrines
Participating in religious activities
Religious preference is a synonym for religious affiliation
true
false
Significance of religion in a person's life
religiosity
Morality
Spirituality
Ethicality
What are the four correlates of religious affiliation?
demographic variables, race, ethnicity, and age
Political beliefs, cultural values, and economic status
Social class, education level, and gender
Geographical location, language, and nationality
Match the following dimensions of religiosity
ritualistic
exten of their involvement in prayer, reading a book of scriptures, and attendance at hous of worshi
Experiential
how important people consider religion to be in their lives
ideological
the degree to which people accept religious doctrine and nature of the belief in the deity
intellectual
knowledge of their religion's history and teachings
consequential
extent to which religion affects their daily behavior
Select the benefits of religiosity
promotes better physical health and psychological well-being
increases social ties that provide emotional and practical support
provides spiritual comfort in times of trouble
promotes healthy lifestyles, reduces the frequency of risky behaviors
Match the following changes that occur during college
religious commitment
student's assessment of how important religion is to them
religious engagement
measures of religious services attendance praying religious singing reading sacred texts
religious skepticism
how well religion explains various phenomena compared to science
religious/social conservatism
views of such thing as abortion, casual sex,and atheism
religious struggle
questioning one's religious beliefs, disagreeing with parents about religion feeling distant from go
The weakening importance of religion in a society
secularization
civil religion
religious conservatism
The devotion of a nation's citizens to their society and government
civil religion
Patriotism
Nationalism
Social cohesion
In the US context, the belief that the Bible is the actual word of God
religious conservatism
Philosophical
Cultural
Political
