Types of Social Conflict

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Which of the following is NOT a type of social conflict?

  1. Intergroup conflict

  2. Intragroup conflict

  3. Personal conflict

  4. Structural conflict


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Personal conflict is not a type of social conflict because it does not involve two or more groups of people.

What is the main cause of intergroup conflict?

  1. Competition for resources

  2. Differences in values and beliefs

  3. Discrimination and prejudice

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intergroup conflict can be caused by a variety of factors, including competition for resources, differences in values and beliefs, and discrimination and prejudice.

What is the main cause of intragroup conflict?

  1. Competition for leadership

  2. Differences in opinion

  3. Personal conflicts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intragroup conflict can be caused by a variety of factors, including competition for leadership, differences in opinion, and personal conflicts.

What is the main cause of structural conflict?

  1. Unequal distribution of resources

  2. Differences in power and authority

  3. Discrimination and prejudice

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Structural conflict is caused by a variety of factors, including unequal distribution of resources, differences in power and authority, and discrimination and prejudice.

What are some of the consequences of social conflict?

  1. Violence

  2. Disruption of social order

  3. Economic loss

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social conflict can have a variety of negative consequences, including violence, disruption of social order, and economic loss.

What are some of the ways to resolve social conflict?

  1. Negotiation

  2. Mediation

  3. Arbitration

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are a variety of ways to resolve social conflict, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.

Which of the following is an example of intergroup conflict?

  1. A conflict between two countries over territory

  2. A conflict between two ethnic groups over resources

  3. A conflict between two religious groups over beliefs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of intergroup conflict.

Which of the following is an example of intragroup conflict?

  1. A conflict between two members of the same family

  2. A conflict between two members of the same work team

  3. A conflict between two members of the same political party

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of intragroup conflict.

Which of the following is an example of structural conflict?

  1. A conflict between two social classes over economic resources

  2. A conflict between two racial groups over political power

  3. A conflict between two genders over social status

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of structural conflict.

What is the difference between intergroup conflict and intragroup conflict?

  1. Intergroup conflict is between two or more groups, while intragroup conflict is between two or more individuals.

  2. Intergroup conflict is caused by competition for resources, while intragroup conflict is caused by differences in values and beliefs.

  3. Intergroup conflict is more likely to be violent than intragroup conflict.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are differences between intergroup conflict and intragroup conflict.

What is the difference between structural conflict and non-structural conflict?

  1. Structural conflict is caused by factors that are beyond the control of individuals, while non-structural conflict is caused by factors that are within the control of individuals.

  2. Structural conflict is more likely to be violent than non-structural conflict.

  3. Structural conflict is more difficult to resolve than non-structural conflict.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are differences between structural conflict and non-structural conflict.

What are some of the theories that explain social conflict?

  1. Marxist theory

  2. Functionalist theory

  3. Symbolic interactionist theory

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are theories that explain social conflict.

What is the Marxist theory of social conflict?

  1. Social conflict is caused by the unequal distribution of economic resources.

  2. Social conflict is a necessary part of social change.

  3. Social conflict can be resolved through revolution.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are part of the Marxist theory of social conflict.

What is the functionalist theory of social conflict?

  1. Social conflict is a necessary part of social order.

  2. Social conflict can help to maintain social equilibrium.

  3. Social conflict can be resolved through social integration.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are part of the functionalist theory of social conflict.

What is the symbolic interactionist theory of social conflict?

  1. Social conflict is caused by the different ways that people interpret and define their social world.

  2. Social conflict can be resolved through communication and understanding.

  3. Social conflict is a necessary part of social interaction.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are part of the symbolic interactionist theory of social conflict.

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