Sociology Chapter 2 & 3 Test
3 important factors that cause people to resist social change. - correct
answer-Ethnocentrism, culture lag, vested interest.
A cluster of related traits. - correct answer-Culture Complex
A sanction in the form of a reward. - correct answer-Positive Sanction: Ex: Praising kids for
good grades
A system of beliefs that justifies ideas held by a group or society. - correct answer-Ideology
A threat or punishment. - correct answer-Negative Sanction: Ex: Frown Scolding
An individual tool, act, or belief that is related to a particular situation or need. - correct
answer-Culture Trait
Explain the idea of self-fulfillment. - correct answer-A commitment to the full development of
one's personality, talents, and potential
How does population drive social change? - correct answer-It changes the demand of
products
How has America borrowed from other countries? - correct answer-Pasta from Italy, sushi
from Japan
How is sociology defined? - correct answer-A group of independent people who have
organized and share culture and a feeling of unity
Human creation refers to the knowledge, language, values, customers, and physical objects
that are passed from generation to generation. - correct answer-Culture
List the 5 main elements of culture. - correct answer-Symbols, language, values, norms, and
physical objects
Long term conscious effort to promote/prevent change. - correct answer-Social Movement:
Legalizing same-sex marriage
Name 3 of his values and an example of each. - correct answer-Personal Achievement:
Power and Wealth
Work: Discipline, dedication, and hard work
Morality and Humanitarianism: Religion and Faith
Random expression of approval/disapproval given by an individual. - correct answer-Informal
Sanction: Ex: Smiles, Frowns
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