Social Capital

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What is the term used to describe the benefits that individuals and communities derive from their social networks?

  1. Social capital

  2. Human capital

  3. Financial capital

  4. Cultural capital


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social capital refers to the resources and benefits that individuals and communities derive from their social networks.

Which of the following is NOT a component of social capital?

  1. Trust

  2. Reciprocity

  3. Norms

  4. Money


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Money is not a component of social capital. Social capital is based on social relationships and interactions, while money is a form of financial capital.

Which of the following is an example of social capital?

  1. A strong network of friends and family

  2. A high level of education

  3. A large amount of money

  4. A prestigious job


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A strong network of friends and family is an example of social capital because it provides individuals with access to resources and support.

Which of the following is a benefit of social capital?

  1. Increased trust and cooperation

  2. Improved economic opportunities

  3. Enhanced social support

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social capital can lead to increased trust and cooperation, improved economic opportunities, and enhanced social support.

Which of the following is a challenge to building social capital?

  1. Social inequality

  2. Geographic isolation

  3. Cultural differences

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social inequality, geographic isolation, and cultural differences can all be challenges to building social capital.

Which of the following is a way to build social capital?

  1. Participating in community activities

  2. Volunteering your time

  3. Getting to know your neighbors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Participating in community activities, volunteering your time, and getting to know your neighbors are all ways to build social capital.

Which of the following is a type of social capital?

  1. Bonding social capital

  2. Bridging social capital

  3. Linking social capital

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bonding social capital, bridging social capital, and linking social capital are all types of social capital.

Which of the following is an example of bonding social capital?

  1. A close-knit group of friends

  2. A neighborhood association

  3. A professional network

  4. A religious congregation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A close-knit group of friends is an example of bonding social capital because it is based on strong ties between individuals.

Which of the following is an example of bridging social capital?

  1. A network of friends from different backgrounds

  2. A group of co-workers from different departments

  3. A community organization that brings together people from different neighborhoods

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of bridging social capital because they involve ties between individuals from different groups.

Which of the following is an example of linking social capital?

  1. A connection between a local community organization and a government agency

  2. A partnership between a business and a non-profit organization

  3. A collaboration between a university and a community group

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of linking social capital because they involve ties between individuals or organizations from different sectors of society.

Which of the following is a benefit of bonding social capital?

  1. Increased trust and cooperation

  2. Enhanced social support

  3. Improved economic opportunities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bonding social capital can lead to increased trust and cooperation, enhanced social support, and improved economic opportunities.

Which of the following is a benefit of bridging social capital?

  1. Increased access to information and resources

  2. Enhanced social mobility

  3. Reduced social isolation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bridging social capital can lead to increased access to information and resources, enhanced social mobility, and reduced social isolation.

Which of the following is a benefit of linking social capital?

  1. Improved coordination and collaboration

  2. Increased efficiency and effectiveness

  3. Enhanced innovation and creativity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Linking social capital can lead to improved coordination and collaboration, increased efficiency and effectiveness, and enhanced innovation and creativity.

Which of the following is a challenge to building bonding social capital?

  1. Social inequality

  2. Geographic isolation

  3. Cultural differences

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social inequality, geographic isolation, and cultural differences can all be challenges to building bonding social capital.

Which of the following is a challenge to building bridging social capital?

  1. Prejudice and discrimination

  2. Lack of trust

  3. Communication barriers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prejudice and discrimination, lack of trust, and communication barriers can all be challenges to building bridging social capital.

Which of the following is a challenge to building linking social capital?

  1. Power imbalances

  2. Institutional barriers

  3. Lack of resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Power imbalances, institutional barriers, and lack of resources can all be challenges to building linking social capital.

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