Question 1

An individual's background accounts for nearly half of the factors affecting occupational attainment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In __________ stratification systems, the characteristics individuals are born with determine their positions in society.
A) ascribed
B) achieved
C) open
D) mobile

Accepted Answer

The answer of In __________ stratification systems, the characteristics individuals...

Question 3

The historical event that largely shaped conflict theorists' view of social stratification was the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Rise of communism in Russia and China 
B)  Social inequality created in post-World War II United States 
C)  Shift from the feudal system to urban industrialism 
D)  End of slavery in the United States 
A)  Rise of communism in Russia and China 
B)  Social inequality created in post-World War II United States 
C)  Shift from the feudal system to urban industrialism 
D)  End of slavery in the United States

Question 4

The statement, "After the minimum survival needs of both individuals and the society are met, power determines who gets the surplus" most closely reflects:

Accepted Answer

A)  Conflict theory 
B)  Symbolic interaction theory 
C)  Structural-functional theory 
D)  Evolutionary theory 
A)  Conflict theory 
B)  Symbolic interaction theory 
C)  Structural-functional theory 
D)  Evolutionary theory

Question 5

According to the Gilbert-Kahl model of class structure, the working class is higher (and more valued) than the middle class.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Highlight at least three ways that social class can affect an individual's life chances and lifestyle at the micro level, three ways at the meso level, and three ways at the macro level of interaction. In your opinion, at which of these levels is the impact of social class the most damaging to an individual? Explain.

Accepted Answer

At the micro level, social class can aff

Question 7

Max Weber is considered the father of conflict theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A nation's geographic location has little impact on the opportunities available to individuals in that nation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

According to Karl Marx, which of the following is a characteristic of the proletariat?

Accepted Answer

A)  They could create a classless society if they develop a class consciousness. 
B)  They control the means of production. 
C)  They control the norms and values of society. 
D)  They hold the power in society. 
A)  They could create a classless society if they develop a class consciousness. 
B)  They control the means of production. 
C)  They control the norms and values of society. 
D)  They hold the power in society.

Question 10

According to evolutionary theorists, the amount of inequality differs in societies because of different levels of technological development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Caste systems are typically based on achieved statuses.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of social capital?

Accepted Answer

A)  Professional licensure 
B)  Country club membership 
C)  Postdoctoral training 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Professional licensure 
B)  Country club membership 
C)  Postdoctoral training 
D)  All of the above

Question 13

Which of the following statements about social mobility in the United States is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is a high level of occupation inheritance. 
B)  The higher the father's occupation level, the better the son's chance for occupational achievement. 
C)  Sons are more likely to move up than down. 
D)  The mobility of women reflects the occupational achievements of their mothers. 
A)  There is a high level of occupation inheritance. 
B)  The higher the father's occupation level, the better the son's chance for occupational achievement. 
C)  Sons are more likely to move up than down. 
D)  The mobility of women reflects the occupational achievements of their mothers.

Question 14

The _________ model of power argues that power is shared among many power centers, each of which have their own self-interests to protect.

Accepted Answer

A)  pluralist 
B)  power elite 
C)  evolutionary 
D)  estate 
A)  pluralist 
B)  power elite 
C)  evolutionary 
D)  estate

Question 15

Compare and contrast the three major stratification systems detailed in the text. In your answer, detail the opportunity for mobility in each of the systems. Also, discuss how each of the three systems is maintained by the society.

Accepted Answer

The three major stratification systems d

Question 16

Which of the following statements about social classes in the United States is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Upper-middle class families comprise over 30% of the population. 
B)  Wages and salaries for the upper classes have risen. 
C)  The lower middle class is largely unemployable. 
D)  All of the above are false. 
A)  Upper-middle class families comprise over 30% of the population. 
B)  Wages and salaries for the upper classes have risen. 
C)  The lower middle class is largely unemployable. 
D)  All of the above are false.

Question 17

Compare and contrast bourgeoisie and proletariat. Give one example of each. Explain how the two roles affect each other and how the proletariat may overthrow the bourgeoisie.

Accepted Answer

The bourgeoisie and proletariat are two

Question 18

If you are the first to go to college in your family and you become a computer programmer, this would represent intergenerational mobility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Describe at least three of the five basic ideas of evolutionary theory presented in the text.

Accepted Answer

1. Descent with modification: This idea

Question 20

Which of the following statements about the middle class in the United States is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  The middle class makes up about 30% of the population. 
B)  Wages and salaries in the middle classes have increased since the 1980s. 
C)  Most people identify as middle class. 
D)  All of the above are true. 
A)  The middle class makes up about 30% of the population. 
B)  Wages and salaries in the middle classes have increased since the 1980s. 
C)  Most people identify as middle class. 
D)  All of the above are true.

An individual's background accounts for nearly half of the factors affecting occupational attainment.

In __________ stratification systems, the characteristics individuals are born with determine their positions in society. A) ascribed B) achieved C) open D) mobile

The historical event that largely shaped conflict theorists' view of social stratification was the:

The statement, "After the minimum survival needs of both individuals and the society are met, power determines who gets the surplus" most closely reflects:

According to the Gilbert-Kahl model of class structure, the working class is higher (and more valued) than the middle class.

Max Weber is considered the father of conflict theory.

A nation's geographic location has little impact on the opportunities available to individuals in that nation.

According to Karl Marx, which of the following is a characteristic of the proletariat?

According to evolutionary theorists, the amount of inequality differs in societies because of different levels of technological development.

Caste systems are typically based on achieved statuses.

Which of the following is an example of social capital?

Which of the following statements about social mobility in the United States is false?

The _________ model of power argues that power is shared among many power centers, each of which have their own self-interests to protect.

Compare and contrast the three major stratification systems detailed in the text. In your answer, detail the opportunity for mobility in each of the systems. Also, discuss how each of the three systems is maintained by the society.

Which of the following statements about social classes in the United States is true?

Compare and contrast bourgeoisie and proletariat. Give one example of each. Explain how the two roles affect each other and how the proletariat may overthrow the bourgeoisie.

If you are the first to go to college in your family and you become a computer programmer, this would represent intergenerational mobility.

Describe at least three of the five basic ideas of evolutionary theory presented in the text.

Which of the following statements about the middle class in the United States is false?

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Exam 7: Stratification: Rich and Famous or Rages and Famine

An individual's background accounts for nearly half of the factors affecting occupational attainment.

In __________ stratification systems, the characteristics individuals are born with determine their positions in society. A) ascribed B) achieved C) open D) mobile

The historical event that largely shaped conflict theorists' view of social stratification was the:

The statement, "After the minimum survival needs of both individuals and the society are met, power determines who gets the surplus" most closely reflects:

According to the Gilbert-Kahl model of class structure, the working class is higher (and more valued) than the middle class.

Max Weber is considered the father of conflict theory.

A nation's geographic location has little impact on the opportunities available to individuals in that nation.

According to Karl Marx, which of the following is a characteristic of the proletariat?

According to evolutionary theorists, the amount of inequality differs in societies because of different levels of technological development.

Caste systems are typically based on achieved statuses.

Which of the following is an example of social capital?

Which of the following statements about social mobility in the United States is false?

The _________ model of power argues that power is shared among many power centers, each of which have their own self-interests to protect.

Compare and contrast the three major stratification systems detailed in the text. In your answer, detail the opportunity for mobility in each of the systems. Also, discuss how each of the three systems is maintained by the society.

Which of the following statements about social classes in the United States is true?

Compare and contrast bourgeoisie and proletariat. Give one example of each. Explain how the two roles affect each other and how the proletariat may overthrow the bourgeoisie.

If you are the first to go to college in your family and you become a computer programmer, this would represent intergenerational mobility.

Describe at least three of the five basic ideas of evolutionary theory presented in the text.

Which of the following statements about the middle class in the United States is false?

Sociology: a Unique Way to View the World

Examining the Social World: How Do We Know

Society and Culture: Hardward and Software of Our Social World

Socialization: Becoming Human and Humane

Interaction, Groups, and Organizations: Connections That Work

Deviance and Social Control: Sickos, Freaks, and Folks Like Us

Race and Ethnic Group Stratefication: Beyond We and They

Gender Stratification: Shehe Who Goes First

Family: Partner Taking, People Making, and Contract Breaking

Education: What Are We Learning

Religion: the Meaning of Sacred Meaning

Politics and Economics: Penetrating Power and Privilege

Medicine: an Anatomy of Health and Illness

Population and Urbanization: Living on Spaceship Earth

The Process of Change: Can We Make a Difference

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