Exam 4: Social Structure and Interaction

_________is the zone of interaction that is used in highly formal settings; this distance includes everything greater than 12 feet.

The Bundy family is made up of Al, Peggy, Bud, and Kelly. This family represents a:

____________is a phenomenon occurring when one is forced to choose between the competing demands of multiple roles.

_______is distance that ranges from about 4 feet to 12 feet and is usually reserved for formal settings.

The idea that life is like acting is called:

_______is a state that occurs when we realize our act has failed.

Most social interaction is front stage behavior.

_________is a position in society that is given or assigned.

___________refers to techniques that include acting modest about your accomplishments, boasting occasionally about your successes, and showing your friendliness and self-assuredness through smiles and eye contact.

On a job interview, Homer wants to present himself as professional and organized. When he goes into his briefcase to pull out a copy of his resume, Homer realizes that he does not have it. When Homer realizes that his act has failed, he experiences:

Herbie is a doctor, a boyfriend, a golfer, a son and a guitarist. To Herbie, being a doctor is the most important status in his life, so he gravitates toward that one. As such, "doctor" is Herbie's:

Durkheim suggested that there are essential features that hold society together. These are called:

Professor Mitchum needs to prepare a tesor her 9:00 class and prepare a lecture for her 10:00 class. As she is unable to satisfy all of the demands of being a professor, Professor Mitchum is experiencing:

The microchip is an example of something developed in__________ societies.

Delta Phi Epsilon is a sorority made up of young women who have similar norms, values, and behaviors. Even more, they spend a great deal of time with one another doing community service projects, attending parties, and studying. The ladies of Delta Phi Epsilon are an example of a:

________is distance that ranges from 18 inches to 4 feet; this distance is for normal conversations.

Ike is learning about societies in which machines are used to help workers do their jobs more efficiently. Ike is learning about ___________societies.

Jerome's in class presentation is on the first stage in the evolution of society. Jerome will be discussing ____________societies.

In the U.S., there is a diverse division of labor. We rely on farmers, truckers, grocers, teachers, lawyers, physicians, and plumbers to meet our needs. This reflects:

Ronald believes that the various elements of society fit together like pieces of a puzzle. Ronald is a :