Socialization and Childhood

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What is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are acceptable in their society?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are acceptable in their society.

Which of the following is NOT an agent of socialization?

  1. Family

  2. Peers

  3. School

  4. Media


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the media can influence socialization, it is not considered an agent of socialization in the same way that family, peers, and school are.

What is the term for the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of a new culture?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Acculturation is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of a new culture.

Which of the following is NOT a type of socialization?

  1. Primary socialization

  2. Secondary socialization

  3. Anticipatory socialization

  4. Resocialization


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anticipatory socialization is not a type of socialization, but rather a process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a new role or status.

What is the term for the process by which individuals are forced to change their values, beliefs, and behaviors to conform to those of a new society?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Assimilation is the process by which individuals are forced to change their values, beliefs, and behaviors to conform to those of a new society.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of primary socialization?

  1. It occurs in childhood

  2. It is informal

  3. It is carried out by parents and other family members

  4. It is the most important type of socialization


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Primary socialization can be carried out by a variety of agents, including parents, other family members, peers, and teachers.

What is the term for the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a new role or status?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Anticipatory socialization


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Anticipatory socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a new role or status.

Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary socialization?

  1. School

  2. Peer groups

  3. Workplace

  4. Media


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the media can influence socialization, it is not considered a type of secondary socialization in the same way that school, peer groups, and the workplace are.

What is the term for the process by which individuals change their values, beliefs, and behaviors in response to a major life event?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Resocialization


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Resocialization is the process by which individuals change their values, beliefs, and behaviors in response to a major life event.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences socialization?

  1. Culture

  2. Family

  3. Peers

  4. Genetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Genetics does not directly influence socialization, although it may influence an individual's personality and temperament, which can in turn influence their socialization experiences.

What is the term for the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their own culture?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Enculturation is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors of their own culture.

Which of the following is NOT a type of socialization agent?

  1. Family

  2. Peers

  3. School

  4. Government


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the government can influence socialization through its policies and programs, it is not considered a type of socialization agent in the same way that family, peers, and school are.

What is the term for the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a particular social group?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Socialization is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a particular social group.

Which of the following is NOT a type of socialization outcome?

  1. Values

  2. Beliefs

  3. Behaviors

  4. Personality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Personality is not a direct outcome of socialization, although it can be influenced by socialization experiences.

What is the term for the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a new society?

  1. Socialization

  2. Enculturation

  3. Acculturation

  4. Assimilation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Assimilation is the process by which individuals learn the values, beliefs, and behaviors that are expected of them in a new society.

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