Sociology: impression management
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Tasha is preparing for her first date with Bobby. She is very excited because Bobby is the captain of the football team. Before the date, she showers, applies make-up, and buys an expensive new outfit. Tasha’s preparation is an example of Goffman’s:
A.
setting control.
B.
self.
C.
impression management.
D.
imitation stage.
Which of the following statements best exemplifies symbolic interactionist theory?
A.
People act on the basis of the interpreted meanings attached to interaction with others.
B.
Society is composed of interrelated parts that work to maintain society’s cohesion.
C.
Society has continuous struggles between the “haves” and “have nots” and this inequality is the source of social change.
D.
Gender inequality is the primary source of inequality in society.
According to Durkheim, what is the measurable aspect of social life that is external to the individual?
A.
Social Facts
B.
Social Perception
C.
Public Issues
D.
Questions
What do critics of social learning theory cite as a weakness?
A.
Social learning theories do not explain gender differences in learning.
B.
Social learning theories fail to acknowledge parenting differences in socialization.
C.
Social learning theories emphasize early socialization and often neglect later socialization.
D.
Social learning theories do not account for generational differences.
What do critics of social learning theory cite as a weakness?
A.
Social learning theories do not explain gender differences in learning.
B.
Social learning theories fail to acknowledge parenting differences in socialization.
C.
Social learning theories emphasize early socialization and often neglect later socialization.
D.
Social learning theories do not account for generational differences.
As a parent, Pete cooks dinner for his children, helps them with their homework, and arranges their play dates. These activities reflect Pete’s:
A.
inconsistency.
B.
statues.
C.
roles.
D.
strains.
Hugs, smiles, gifts, and praise are considered a:
A.
Folkway
B.
More
C.
Sanction
D.
Law
What is raising your hand considered in terms of culture?
A.
Law
B.
Sanction
C.
More
D.
Folkway
Which of the following is an ascribed status?
A.
Athlete
B.
Parent
C.
American
D.
Student
Which of the following primary agents of socialization is most influential?
A.
Teachers
B.
Peers
C.
Parents
D.
Media
Mary is a busy working mother. To make sure that her children arrive at school on time, Mary shifted her work schedule so that she works from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm and on Saturdays. Which coping strategy is Mary using?
A.
Compartmentalize roles
B.
Set priorities
C.
Compromise and negotiate
D.
Do not take on additional roles
Which individual was critical of the slavery system and a pioneering feminist?
A.
Harriet Martineau
B.
Emily Durkheim
In most societies, what type of status is one’s age, sex, and ethnicity?
C.
A.
Inconsistent
B.
Prescribed
C.
Master
D.
Achieved
A.
Conflict theory overemphasizes disagreement and competition.
B.
Conflict theory exaggerates the problems of economic inequality.
C.
Conflict theorists are too focused on micro-level factors.
What is a common criticism of conflict theory?
A.
Conflict theory overemphasizes disagreement and competition.
B.
Conflict theory exaggerates the problems of economic inequality.
C.
Conflict theorists are too focused on micro-level factors.
D.
Which measure produces similar results each time it is used?
Conflict theorists focus too strongly on gender and racial inequality.
What type of culture does a college student represent?
A.Counterculture B.Subculture C.Common culture D.Metaculture
Which measure produces similar results each time it is used?
A.
Valid
B.
Universal
C.
Value-free
D.
Reliable
Which statement best exemplifies feminist theory?
A.
Society is composed of interrelated parts that work to maintain society’s cohesion.
B.
Gender inequality is the primary source of inequality in society.
C.
People act on the basis of the interpreted meanings attached to interaction with others.
D.
Society has continuous struggles between the “haves” and “have nots” and this inequality is the source of social change.
