Question 1

What occurs when people consciously foster the impression of a lack of commitment or attachment to a particular role and merely go through the motions of role performance?
A)role distancing
B)role conflict
C)role ambiguity
D)role strain

Accepted Answer

This behavior is known as role distancing, which is when individuals purposely create the impression of not being fully committed or attached to a particular role. They may do this to avoid responsibilities or to maintain a sense of detachment.

Question 2

What do sociologists call the way a person actually plays a role?
A)role expectation
B)expected behaviour
C)normative evaluation
D)role performance

Accepted Answer

Sociologists call the way a person actually plays a role as role performance. Role performance refers to the actual behaviors and actions exhibited by an individual in a particular role within society. It may differ from the expectations held for that role, known as role expectation. Normative evaluation and expected behavior are not directly related to the concept of role performance.

Question 3

What kind of group would be formed if a community wanted to get involved in developing a park and playground on the site of a new school?
A)a primary social group
B)a social network
C)a secondary social group
D)a formal organization

Accepted Answer

A secondary social group would be formed as the community members are coming together to achieve a certain goal or purpose, in this case, developing a park and playground on the site of a new school. Although the group may have some level of organization or formal planning, it is not a formal organization as it is not registered or governed by any legal authority. It is also not a primary social group as it is not based on personal relationships, such as family or close friends. Finally, a social network refers to a group of individuals who are connected through online platforms or social media, which does not apply in this scenario.

Question 4

The text points out that people sometimes prioritize their roles or compartmentalize their lives.Why is such behaviour likely?
A)role ambiguity
B)role frustration
C)role inconsistency
D)role conflict

Accepted Answer

Role conflict can arise when a person faces conflicting demands from different roles or when the expectations of one role interfere with the fulfillment of another role. This can lead to prioritizing or compartmentalizing one's roles in order to reduce the conflict and maintain a sense of balance or control.

Question 5

As an employee at a local grocery store,Sohail sometimes stocks shelves with canned goods.What term would we use to refer to his stocking the shelves?
A)status
B)stigma
C)role strain
D)role

Accepted Answer

The term used to refer to Sohail's task of stocking shelves with canned goods is "role", which refers to the expected behavior and responsibilities associated with a particular position or status.

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a secondary group?
A)families
B)best friends
C)corporations
D)colleagues from work

Accepted Answer

Corporations are a secondary group because they are large, impersonal organizations with formal rules and regulations. They are formed for specific purposes and are often characterized by division of labor, hierarchy, and specialization. Families, best friends, and colleagues from work are examples of primary groups, which are smaller, more personal groups based on face-to-face interaction and long-term relationships.

Question 7

Shawna has to study for her sociology exam in the morning,but her daughter is very sick all night,thus preventing her from getting any studying done.What kind of problem is this an example of?
A)role conflict
B)role strain
C)status conflict
D)role exit

Accepted Answer

This is an example of role conflict, where Shawna is experiencing difficulty in fulfilling the demands of two different roles: being a student and being a mother.

Question 8

Mandeep is scheduled to write her final exam in sociology at 9:00am on December 15th.She is also scheduled to work an eight-hour shift from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on the same day for her employer.What is Mandeep about to experience?
A)role conflict
B)role strain
C)status conflict
D)role exit

Accepted Answer

Mandeep is experiencing role conflict as she has two roles (student and employee) that are conflicting with each other, as she has to be present for her exam at the same time she is scheduled to work.

Question 9

What is the term for a set of organized beliefs and rules that establish how a society will attempt to meet its basic social needs?
A)a group
B)a social organization
C)a social institution
D)a working group

Accepted Answer

A social institution refers to a set of organized beliefs and rules that establish how a society will attempt to meet its basic social needs, such as education, family, government, religion, and the economy. Answer A refers to a general category of people, while answer B refers to a type of social structure within a society. Answer D refers to a group of individuals who work together to achieve a specific task or goal.

Question 10

When is role distancing most likely to occur?
A)when social identities are consistent with how a person wants to live his or her life
B)when people are in roles inconsistent with how they think of themselves or how they want others to view them
C)when role strain and role conflict are completely absent
D)when a person is unsure about his or her role expectations

Accepted Answer

Role distancing is most likely to occur when a person is in a role that is inconsistent with how they think of themselves or how they want others to view them. This can create a sense of discomfort, leading the person to distance themselves from the role and the associated behaviors.

Question 11

What is a series of social relationships that link an individual to others called?
A)cultural bond
B)cohesive structure
C)social network
D)clique

Accepted Answer

A series of social relationships that link an individual to others is called a social network. A social network can be made up of family, friends, colleagues, acquaintances, and even strangers with whom an individual has some sort of social connection. Social networks can affect a person's behavior, attitudes, and opportunities.

Question 12

Which term refers to behaviours such as starting a class on time,giving lectures,and answering questions that go along with the status of professor?
A)status expectation
B)role performance
C)role expectation
D)status performance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which term refers to behaviours such as...

Question 13

Which of the following relates to a group's ability to maintain itself in the face of obstacles?
A)social networking
B)social solidarity
C)cultural bonding
D)cultural diffusion

Accepted Answer

Social solidarity refers to a group's ability to maintain itself in the face of obstacles, such as external threats, changes in social and economic conditions, and internal conflicts. It involves a sense of collective identity, mutual support, and shared values within the group. Social networking, cultural bonding, and cultural diffusion may contribute to social solidarity, but they do not capture its essence. Social networking refers to the use of communication technologies and social media to connect and interact with others. Cultural bonding refers to the formation of strong emotional and behavioral ties among individuals who share cultural backgrounds and practices. Cultural diffusion refers to the spread of cultural traits from one society or group to another through contact and interaction.

Question 14

Which of the following best reflects the text's discussion of roles?
A)Role expectations do not always match role performance.
B)Role expectations vary little in terms of specificity.
C)Role expectations are typically based on strictly defined standards.
D)Role expectations are not defined in the context of roles performed by others.

Accepted Answer

The text discusses how role expectations can differ from actual role performance, suggesting that there may be inconsistencies in how roles are defined and carried out. The other answer choices are either too broad (B, C) or too narrow (D) to accurately reflect the text's discussion.

Question 15

Robert retires after three decades as an administrator and educator.What process is Robert undergoing?
A)role rejection
B)role ambiguity
C)role exit
D)role conflict

Accepted Answer

Robert is undergoing role exit, which is the process of disengaging from a role that has been central to one's identity.

Question 16

Women's work tends to involve less money,less prestige,fewer job openings,and more career roadblocks.What is one implication of many women holding jobs that are less satisfying and more stressful than men's jobs?
A)role strain
B)role conflict
C)status inconsistency
D)status frustration

Accepted Answer

Role strain is the stress that results from having to fulfill multiple roles. In this case, women who hold jobs that are less satisfying and more stressful than men's jobs may experience role strain because they are trying to balance their work and family responsibilities.

Question 17

According to the text,for which group are social networks typically ineffective?
A)poor and homeless people
B)lower-middle class executives
C)middle-level management personnel
D)upper-level corporate vice presidents

Accepted Answer

The text mentions that social networks are typically ineffective for poor and homeless people. No other group is mentioned as being ineffective in using social networks.

Question 18

After his mother remarries and his stepfather and two children move in to Andrew's home,he becomes confused about his place in this new blended family.What would a sociologist suggest is happening to Andrew?
A)He is depressed.
B)He is experiencing role ambiguity.
C)He is frustrated.
D)He is experiencing role conflict.

Accepted Answer

Andrew is experiencing role ambiguity, which is defined as uncertainty and confusion about one's role in a new social situation. With the introduction of a stepfather and two new siblings, Andrew's position in the family has become unclear, leading to his confusion. This is a common issue in blended families and can cause stress and anxiety for individuals like Andrew.

Question 19

What typically occurs when incompatible demands are built into a single status that a person occupies?
A)status inconsistency
B)role strain
C)status frustration
D)role conflict

Accepted Answer

Role strain occurs when incompatible demands are built into a single status that a person occupies, leading to stress or difficulty in fulfilling all the expectations of that status.

Question 20

Which term best describes the postsecondary institution you are currently attending?
A)a social group
B)a primary group
C)a formal organization
D)a social structure

Accepted Answer

A postsecondary institution is a formal organization, meaning it has a formal structure, specific goals and objectives, established rules and procedures, and a clear division of labor.

Quiz 5: Society, social Structure, and Interaction

What occurs when people consciously foster the impression of a lack of commitment or attachment to a particular role and merely go through the motions of role performance?

What do sociologists call the way a person actually plays a role?

What kind of group would be formed if a community wanted to get involved in developing a park and playground on the site of a new school?

The text points out that people sometimes prioritize their roles or compartmentalize their lives.Why is such behaviour likely?

As an employee at a local grocery store,Sohail sometimes stocks shelves with canned goods.What term would we use to refer to his stocking the shelves?

Which of the following is an example of a secondary group?

Shawna has to study for her sociology exam in the morning,but her daughter is very sick all night,thus preventing her from getting any studying done.What kind of problem is this an example of?

Mandeep is scheduled to write her final exam in sociology at 9:00am on December 15th.She is also scheduled to work an eight-hour shift from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on the same day for her employer.What is Mandeep about to experience?

What is the term for a set of organized beliefs and rules that establish how a society will attempt to meet its basic social needs?

When is role distancing most likely to occur?

What is a series of social relationships that link an individual to others called?

Which term refers to behaviours such as starting a class on time,giving lectures,and answering questions that go along with the status of professor?

Which of the following relates to a group's ability to maintain itself in the face of obstacles?

Which of the following best reflects the text's discussion of roles?

Robert retires after three decades as an administrator and educator.What process is Robert undergoing?

Women's work tends to involve less money,less prestige,fewer job openings,and more career roadblocks.What is one implication of many women holding jobs that are less satisfying and more stressful than men's jobs?

According to the text,for which group are social networks typically ineffective?

After his mother remarries and his stepfather and two children move in to Andrew's home,he becomes confused about his place in this new blended family.What would a sociologist suggest is happening to Andrew?

What typically occurs when incompatible demands are built into a single status that a person occupies?

Which term best describes the postsecondary institution you are currently attending?