Question 1

Which statement best reflects the relationship between Marx and Weber on class and stratification?

Accepted Answer

Weber built on Marx's understanding of class and expanded it with his own multidimensional view of social stratification, including factors such as status and power. Marx's focus was primarily on economic forces in determining class, while Weber recognized the importance of non-economic factors as well. Therefore, choice A is the best answer as it reflects Weber's contribution to Marx's ideas.

Question 2

Who argued that the access the people have to important societal resources determines their life chances?

Accepted Answer

Max Weber argued that the access people have to important societal resources, such as education, wealth, and social status, determines their life chances. He believed that these factors create social stratification and inequality in society.

Question 3

According to Marx,what is likely to happen to Carrie when she moves from designing,producing,and selling her own women's fashions and takes a job as a seamstress for a large design company?

Accepted Answer

Marx's theory of alienation suggests that individuals become disconnected and isolated from the products of their labor when they work in a capitalist system. In Carrie's case, she would likely experience a sense of disconnect and dissatisfaction from producing fashion goods that she no longer has direct control over. This would lead to alienation, which is a major concern of Marx's theory of labor and capitalism.

Question 4

Using Max Weber's typology,what social class would a university professor belong to?

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Question 5

According to sociologist Ralf Dahrendorf,why have workers NOT overthrown capitalism as Karl Marx had predicted?

Accepted Answer

According to sociologist Ralf Dahrendorf, workers have not overthrown capitalism as Karl Marx had predicted because capitalism has changed significantly since Marx's time. This means that the current version of capitalism is different from what Marx had predicted, and therefore the Marxist theory of revolution is not applicable to the current situation.

Question 6

Andrea is able to get her children to stay in bed even though they protest.Which of the following is Andrea employing?

Accepted Answer

Andrea is using her influence over her children to get them to do what she wants, which is a classic example of power. Wealth, status, and prestige don't necessarily play a role in this situation.

Question 7

Thirty-year-old Ted has only a high school diploma.To what social class is he most likely to belong?

Accepted Answer

Ted's lack of higher education suggests that he does not have access to high-paying jobs that require advanced degrees, which are often reserved for individuals in the middle and upper classes. Therefore, he is most likely to belong to the working class.

Question 8

Joan goes to get a payday loan because she needs to pay her rent and a dental bill for her son.To what social class is she most likely to belong?

Accepted Answer

Joan's need for a payday loan indicates that she does not have enough financial resources to meet her basic needs, making her most likely to belong to the working poor social class. The upper-middle class and middle class typically have more access to financial resources and would not need to turn to payday loans for basic expenses, while the working class may have more stable employment and greater financial stability than the working poor.

Question 9

Bill Gates,Sidney Crosby,and Kelly Clarkson fit in which model of social class?

Accepted Answer

Bill Gates, Sidney Crosby, and Kelly Clarkson are examples of the "new rich," a term used to describe individuals who have earned their wealth within their own lifetimes, rather than inheriting it. This contrasts with "old money," which refers to wealth that has been passed down through generations.

Question 10

In which dimension do Mother Teresa and other people whose life work is primarily to help the less fortunate rate highly?

Accepted Answer

Mother Teresa and other people whose life work is primarily to help the less fortunate rate highly in the dimension of prestige, which is based on respect, admiration, and recognition from others for their contributions to society. Their work may not necessarily be associated with high levels of wealth, power, or income.

Question 11

According to Max Weber,where does social power come from in modern societies?

Accepted Answer

Max Weber believed that social power in modern societies comes from a person's position within a bureaucracy. He referred to this as "bureaucratic authority" and saw it as a form of rational-legal authority that relies on rules, procedures, and knowledge to exercise power. In other words, individuals within bureaucratic structures have power because of their knowledge and control over the system, rather than their family background, income, or wealth.

Question 12

Which term refers to the respect or regard with which a person or status position is viewed by others?

Accepted Answer

Prestige specifically refers to the respect or regard with which a person or status position is viewed by others. Wealth and power can be related to prestige, but they do not necessarily denote respect or regard from others. Status can also refer to a person's position or level in society, but it does not necessarily imply admiration or respect from others.

Question 13

Who believed that a deep level of antagonism exists between capitalists and workers?

Accepted Answer

Karl Marx believed in the theory of class struggle, which held that there was a deep level of antagonism between capitalists (owners of the means of production) and workers (proletariat). He believed that capitalism was inherently exploitative and that the only way to achieve true equality was through a socialist revolution.

Question 14

The Yees are a prominent family in Southern Ontario who live in an $8.5 million home that has been in the family for generations.Where do they fit in a Weberian class model?

Accepted Answer

The Yees are part of the upper-upper class as they possess significant wealth and have owned an expensive property for generations.

Question 15

How do sociologists refer to Weber's concept of class?

Accepted Answer

Weber's concept of class is often referred to as an ideal type, meaning it is a simplified and abstract representation of a complex social phenomenon. This allows for easier analysis and comparison across different societies and time periods.

Question 16

Which of the following accurately represents the ideas of Marx's theory?

Accepted Answer

Marx's theory argues that exploitation of the working class by the ruling class leads to alienation from their work and themselves, ultimately resulting in class conflict. Therefore, option A correctly represents the sequential order in which Marx's theory proposes the ideas.

Question 17

A decade ago the Kramers invested in real estate,and now they live primarily off the income they receive from their multiple properties.Using Max Weber's typology,to what social class do the Kramers belong?

Accepted Answer

According to Max Weber's typology, rentiers belong to the upper class or elite, characterized by their passive income from property ownership. Since the Kramers live off their multiple properties, they fit into this category.

Question 18

Who developed a multidimensional approach to social stratification that reflects the interplay among wealth,prestige,and power?

Accepted Answer

Weber developed the multidimensional approach to social stratification which included socioeconomic status as a combination of wealth, prestige, and power. He argued that each of these dimensions contributes to an individual's overall position in society and should be considered when examining social inequality.

Question 19

Mike works as a welder.According to Max Weber's typology,to what class does he belong?

Accepted Answer

According to Max Weber's typology, working class individuals are those engaged in manual labor, such as welders.

Question 20

Sociologists often employ a combined measure that attempts to classify individuals,families,or households in terms of indicators such as income,occupation,and education to determine class location.What is this measure called?

Accepted Answer

The combined measure that attempts to classify individuals, families, or households in terms of indicators such as income, occupation, and education is called socioeconomic status (SES). It provides a more comprehensive way of understanding class location by taking into account multiple factors that contribute to social and economic advantages or disadvantages. Social class, social standing, and prestige ranking are related concepts but not the same as SES.

Quiz 8: Social Class and Stratification in Canada