Question 1

As a class, the students describe the role of schools in addressing important social issues, identifying what those important issues are.

Accepted Answer

Frequently schools are expected to deal with social problems such as teen pregnancy, alcohol and drug abuse. The problem with asking school to address these issues directs attention away from the problem, then schools are often viewed as both a part of the problem and a part of the solution.

Question 2

The interactionist perspective investigates such issues as

Accepted Answer

A)  tracking. 
B)  rules that govern relationships. 
C)  teacher expectations. 
D)  all of the above 
E)  none of the above 
A)  tracking. 
B)  rules that govern relationships. 
C)  teacher expectations. 
D)  all of the above 
E)  none of the above D

Question 3

The problem of assigning schools responsibility for enduring social problems is

Accepted Answer

A)  that schools are not the only influence on society. 
B)  assigning the responsibility does not address the problem. 
C)  schools are already overtaxed. 
D)  both B and C 
E)  both A and B 
A)  that schools are not the only influence on society. 
B)  assigning the responsibility does not address the problem. 
C)  schools are already overtaxed. 
D)  both B and C 
E)  both A and B D

Question 4

Identify current school perspectives that are consistent with the functionalist perspective.

Accepted Answer

The functionalist perspective analyzes t

Question 5

Sociological perspectives are useful in providing insight into education issues
 because

Accepted Answer

A)  the insight can identify possible solutions. 
B)  the insight leads to further research. 
C)  both A & B 
D)  neither A nor B 
A)  the insight can identify possible solutions. 
B)  the insight leads to further research. 
C)  both A & B 
D)  neither A nor B

Question 6

The interactionist perspective focuses on how interactions between teachers and students shape

Accepted Answer

A)  individuals views of themselves and their role in society. 
B)  individuals views of themselves and heir role in school. 
C)  both A & B 
D)  neither A nor B 
A)  individuals views of themselves and their role in society. 
B)  individuals views of themselves and heir role in school. 
C)  both A & B 
D)  neither A nor B

Question 7

Studies indicate that ________ Americans claim to have been sexually abused.

Accepted Answer

A)  1 in 10 
B)  3 in 5 
C)  1 in 5 
D)  1 in 7 
A)  1 in 10 
B)  3 in 5 
C)  1 in 5 
D)  1 in 7

Question 8

In cooperative groups, the student discuss the tensions between school and society. The students explain their perspective on the causes, and propose a solution.

Accepted Answer

If education is conducted largely for th

Question 9

The great faith in the schools to help achieve dreams has led to

Accepted Answer

A)  success. 
B)  failure. 
C)  unrealistic expectations. 
D)  exploitation of children. 
A)  success. 
B)  failure. 
C)  unrealistic expectations. 
D)  exploitation of children.

Question 10

Intergenerational tension occurs when

Accepted Answer

A)  older generations contend that the schools are not as good as they used to be. 
B)  younger generations challenge the beliefs and assumptions of older generations. 
C)  older generations questions the value and actions of younger generations. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  older generations contend that the schools are not as good as they used to be. 
B)  younger generations challenge the beliefs and assumptions of older generations. 
C)  older generations questions the value and actions of younger generations. 
D)  all of the above

Question 11

The science curriculum has become the most recent conflict involving education and religion because

Accepted Answer

A)  the teaching of creationism. 
B)  the teaching of intelligent design. 
C)  both A and B 
D)  neither A nor B 
A)  the teaching of creationism. 
B)  the teaching of intelligent design. 
C)  both A and B 
D)  neither A nor B

Question 12

The historical conflict between education and religion led to the rise of

Accepted Answer

A)  religious studies in schools. 
B)  Catholic schools. 
C)  home schooling. 
D)  Protestant schools. 
A)  religious studies in schools. 
B)  Catholic schools. 
C)  home schooling. 
D)  Protestant schools.

Question 13

A proposal for mandatory preschool have been met with

Accepted Answer

A)  agreement. 
B)  overwhelming support. 
C)  a "wait and see" attitude. 
D)  opposition. 
A)  agreement. 
B)  overwhelming support. 
C)  a "wait and see" attitude. 
D)  opposition.

Question 14

An important institution in industrialized society that is linked, to social, economic, and political development is

Accepted Answer

A)  courts and justice. 
B)  religion and church. 
C)  education and schooling. 
D)  marriage and the family. 
A)  courts and justice. 
B)  religion and church. 
C)  education and schooling. 
D)  marriage and the family.

Question 15

The conflict perspective views education through the lens of

Accepted Answer

A)  power relationships. 
B)  interpersonal relationships. 
C)  empowering relationships. 
D)  personal relationships. 
A)  power relationships. 
B)  interpersonal relationships. 
C)  empowering relationships. 
D)  personal relationships.

Question 16

Design a plan to improve the public perspective of teachers.

Accepted Answer

Using information in this chap

Question 17

Sociologists use ________ modes of analysis to look at educational issues.

Accepted Answer

A)  3 
B)  5 
C)  10 
D)  6 
A)  3 
B)  5 
C)  10 
D)  6

Question 18

Students answer the question, "Does low SES prevent some students for taking advantage of opportunities offered by the school?" Explain the answer.

Accepted Answer

Students from low SES often la

Question 19

In recent years, there has been

Accepted Answer

A)  stability in the confidence in the schools. 
B)  an increasing confidence in schools. 
C)  a downswing in the confidence in schools to educate all children. 
D)  an upswing in the confidence of schools to educate all children. 
A)  stability in the confidence in the schools. 
B)  an increasing confidence in schools. 
C)  a downswing in the confidence in schools to educate all children. 
D)  an upswing in the confidence of schools to educate all children.

Question 20

American have a strong faith in ________ and view it as important in helping to achieve the American dream.

Accepted Answer

A)  God 
B)  the legal system 
C)  education 
D)  family 
A)  God 
B)  the legal system 
C)  education 
D)  family

As a class, the students describe the role of schools in addressing important social issues, identifying what those important issues are.

The interactionist perspective investigates such issues as

The problem of assigning schools responsibility for enduring social problems is

Identify current school perspectives that are consistent with the functionalist perspective.

Sociological perspectives are useful in providing insight into education issues because

The interactionist perspective focuses on how interactions between teachers and students shape

Studies indicate that ________ Americans claim to have been sexually abused.

In cooperative groups, the student discuss the tensions between school and society. The students explain their perspective on the causes, and propose a solution.

The great faith in the schools to help achieve dreams has led to

Intergenerational tension occurs when

The science curriculum has become the most recent conflict involving education and religion because

The historical conflict between education and religion led to the rise of

A proposal for mandatory preschool have been met with

An important institution in industrialized society that is linked, to social, economic, and political development is

The conflict perspective views education through the lens of

Design a plan to improve the public perspective of teachers.

Sociologists use ________ modes of analysis to look at educational issues.

Students answer the question, "Does low SES prevent some students for taking advantage of opportunities offered by the school?" Explain the answer.

In recent years, there has been

American have a strong faith in ________ and view it as important in helping to achieve the American dream.

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Exam 9: What Is the Role of School in Society

As a class, the students describe the role of schools in addressing important social issues, identifying what those important issues are.

The interactionist perspective investigates such issues as

The problem of assigning schools responsibility for enduring social problems is

Identify current school perspectives that are consistent with the functionalist perspective.

Sociological perspectives are useful in providing insight into education issues because

The interactionist perspective focuses on how interactions between teachers and students shape

Studies indicate that ________ Americans claim to have been sexually abused.

In cooperative groups, the student discuss the tensions between school and society. The students explain their perspective on the causes, and propose a solution.

The great faith in the schools to help achieve dreams has led to

Intergenerational tension occurs when

The science curriculum has become the most recent conflict involving education and religion because

The historical conflict between education and religion led to the rise of

A proposal for mandatory preschool have been met with

An important institution in industrialized society that is linked, to social, economic, and political development is

The conflict perspective views education through the lens of

Design a plan to improve the public perspective of teachers.

Sociologists use ________ modes of analysis to look at educational issues.

Students answer the question, "Does low SES prevent some students for taking advantage of opportunities offered by the school?" Explain the answer.

In recent years, there has been

American have a strong faith in ________ and view it as important in helping to achieve the American dream.

How Is Education Changing

What Does It Take to Become a Professional Educator

What Are the Proposals for School Reform

Who Are the Students

How Has Diversity Impacted Teaching

What Is Taught and How Is It Taught

How Do We Know Students Have Learned

Show Did We Get Here

How Do Historical Perspectives in Fluence Education

How Is Technology Changing Education

What Do You Need to Know About the Law

Who Controls and Finances Education

Filters