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Family and Social Stratification: Class, Race, and Gender

Description: This quiz will test your understanding of the concepts related to Family and Social Stratification, particularly focusing on Class, Race, and Gender.
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Which of the following is NOT a dimension of social stratification?

  1. Class

  2. Race

  3. Gender

  4. Religion


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Religion is not a dimension of social stratification, as it is not a system of inequality based on economic, political, or social power.

Which theory posits that the family is the basic unit of society?

  1. Functionalist Theory

  2. Conflict Theory

  3. Symbolic Interactionist Theory

  4. Rational Choice Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Functionalist Theory emphasizes the importance of the family in fulfilling essential societal functions, such as socialization, reproduction, and economic production.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals are assigned to different social classes based on their parents' social class?

  1. Social Mobility

  2. Social Reproduction

  3. Social Closure

  4. Social Stratification


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Social Reproduction refers to the process by which social inequalities, including class differences, are maintained across generations.

Which concept refers to the unequal distribution of resources and opportunities among different racial groups?

  1. Racial Inequality

  2. Racial Discrimination

  3. Racial Segregation

  4. Racial Profiling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Racial Inequality encompasses the systemic and institutionalized disparities in access to resources, opportunities, and outcomes between different racial groups.

What is the term used to describe the unequal distribution of power and resources between men and women?

  1. Gender Inequality

  2. Gender Discrimination

  3. Gender Segregation

  4. Gender Stereotyping


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender Inequality refers to the systemic and institutionalized disparities in power, resources, and opportunities between men and women.

Which theory argues that the family is a site of conflict and power struggles between its members?

  1. Functionalist Theory

  2. Conflict Theory

  3. Symbolic Interactionist Theory

  4. Rational Choice Theory


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Conflict Theory views the family as a microcosm of society, where power struggles and conflicts arise due to competing interests and unequal access to resources.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals move from one social class to another?

  1. Social Mobility

  2. Social Reproduction

  3. Social Closure

  4. Social Stratification


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Mobility refers to the movement of individuals, families, or groups between different social classes over time.

Which concept refers to the tendency for individuals to marry within their own social class?

  1. Social Homogamy

  2. Social Heterogamy

  3. Social Endogamy

  4. Social Exogamy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Homogamy refers to the tendency for individuals to marry partners who are similar to them in terms of social class, race, ethnicity, religion, and other social characteristics.

What is the term used to describe the process by which social inequalities are maintained and reinforced over time?

  1. Social Reproduction

  2. Social Mobility

  3. Social Closure

  4. Social Stratification


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Reproduction refers to the process by which social inequalities, including class, race, and gender inequalities, are maintained and passed down from one generation to the next.

Which concept refers to the unequal distribution of resources and opportunities among different social classes?

  1. Class Inequality

  2. Class Discrimination

  3. Class Segregation

  4. Class Stereotyping


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Class Inequality encompasses the systemic and institutionalized disparities in access to resources, opportunities, and outcomes between different social classes.

What is the term used to describe the process by which social groups attempt to maintain their boundaries and exclude outsiders?

  1. Social Closure

  2. Social Mobility

  3. Social Reproduction

  4. Social Stratification


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Closure refers to the process by which social groups attempt to maintain their boundaries and exclude outsiders through various mechanisms such as restricted access to resources, opportunities, and social networks.

Which concept refers to the tendency for individuals to form social networks and relationships with others who are similar to them in terms of social class, race, ethnicity, or other social characteristics?

  1. Social Homophily

  2. Social Heterophily

  3. Social Endogamy

  4. Social Exogamy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Homophily refers to the tendency for individuals to form social networks and relationships with others who are similar to them in terms of social class, race, ethnicity, religion, and other social characteristics.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals acquire the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them based on their social position?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Socialization refers to the process by which individuals acquire the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them based on their social position, including their social class, race, and gender.

Which concept refers to the unequal distribution of power and resources between different social groups?

  1. Social Stratification

  2. Social Mobility

  3. Social Reproduction

  4. Social Closure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Stratification refers to the hierarchical arrangement of social groups based on their access to power, resources, and opportunities.

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