Question 1

Polygamy is legal in only a handful of societies in today's modern world.

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Question 2

When we talk about society we are generally referring to more subjective phenomena, whereas when we discuss culture we usually refer to more objective phenomena.

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When we talk about society, we are discussing the shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group of people, which can be objectively observed and studied. Culture, on the other hand, encompasses more subjective aspects such as art, music, literature, and language, which are not easily measured or quantified. Therefore, culture is generally considered to be more subjective than society.

Question 3

The theory of functionalism suggests that the resiliency of the family as an institution is attributable essentially to the fact that it works by meeting basic human needs.

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The theory of functionalism posits that the family is resilient because it serves important functions such as meeting basic human needs for companionship, support, and reproduction.

Question 4

Considerable evidence attests to the resilience of gender stratification both in the U.S. and globally.

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Research shows that gender stratification and inequality continue to persist in various forms, including but not limited to the gender pay gap, underrepresentation of women in leadership positions, and gender-based violence. While progress has been made in some areas, there is still a long way to go to achieve gender equality.

Question 5

Social and cultural change almost always derive from external sources rather than internal sources.

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Social and cultural change can derive from both external and internal sources. While external factors like globalization, migration, and technological advancements can bring about change, internal factors like social movements, changing values and beliefs, and generational shifts can also contribute to social and cultural change.

Question 6

While sensationalist Western media accounts like to exaggerate the significance of the role of human ritual sacrifice in the Aztec civilization which once thrived in what is now Mexico, in reality only a handful of persons suffered this ignominious fate annually at the hands of the Aztecs.

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Historical evidence and accounts suggest that the Aztecs practiced human sacrifice on a much larger scale than just a handful of persons annually. Sacrifices were an integral part of their religious practices, and during certain festivals, the numbers could range from dozens to thousands in a single event.

Question 7

Brazil and Russia are both classified as middle-income countries.

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Both Brazil and Russia are classified as middle-income countries according to the World Bank's income classification.

Question 8

Studies of kindergartens in the U.S. and in China suggest that there are good, logical, sociological reasons why U.S. kids tend toward individualist behaviors and Chinese children tend toward collectivist behaviors.

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Yes, studies have shown that societal and cultural factors can influence behavioral tendencies of children in different countries or regions. Kindergartens in the U.S. tend to prioritize individuality, creativity, and self-expression, while kindergartens in China emphasize obedience, conformity, and respect for authority. These values are reinforced through different teaching styles, classroom environments, and social expectations, and can shape children's socialization and identity formation. However, it's important to note that these are generalizations and there can be variations within each culture or individual experiences.

Question 9

Technetronic societies can be best characterized as societies that are post-literate but not yet part of the borderless world of free-flowing information.

Accepted Answer

Technetronic societies are characterized by the transition from industrial to a technological era, with a focus on the spread of information and the use of technology, rather than being post-literate or lacking a free-flowing information world.

Question 10

Match between columns
                        Premises: Religion springs from need for community
Led first great anthropological field research in Samoa
Religion springs from need to know what life is about
Advocate of practical learning
Early European sociological thinker
Fried caterpillars story and cultural lenses
Chronicled 19th century Indian caste known as the Nayar
Convinced group to commit mass suicide
Says child poverty is the U.S.'s shame
Indicted for crimes against humanity
Used means of subsistence to classify societies
Regarded by followers as the last prophet
Religion helps us cope with death anxieties
Critic of sociology's emphasis on studying the U.S.
Founder of U.S. sociology

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Quiz 10: Sociology and Human Social Activity