Question 1

According to world systems theory, peripheral countries are in an intermediate position in the world.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

According to evolutionary theory, societies typically move through stages in which order?

Accepted Answer

A)  Horticultural, hunting and gathering, agrarian, industrial 
B)  Hunting and gathering, horticultural, agrarian, industrial 
C)  Hunting and gathering, agrarian, horticultural, industrial 
D)  Agrarian, hunting and gathering, horticultural, industrial 
A)  Horticultural, hunting and gathering, agrarian, industrial 
B)  Hunting and gathering, horticultural, agrarian, industrial 
C)  Hunting and gathering, agrarian, horticultural, industrial 
D)  Agrarian, hunting and gathering, horticultural, industrial B

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a crowd behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fashions 
B)  Rumors 
C)  Panics 
D)  Fads 
A)  Fashions 
B)  Rumors 
C)  Panics 
D)  Fads C

Question 4

Variations or alterations over time in the behavior patterns, culture, and structure of society are:

Accepted Answer

A)  Cyclical theories 
B)  Social change 
C)  Social strain 
D)  Stressors 
A)  Cyclical theories 
B)  Social change 
C)  Social strain 
D)  Stressors

Question 5

As Jason is eating lunch, a friend tells him, "If we win the national championship, our instructor will give us all As." Jason then posts this on his Facebook wall, and by the next class, everyone is wearing their school colors to class. Jason created a crisis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Compare and contrast proactive and reactive social movements. Provide an example of each.

Accepted Answer

Proactive and reactive social movements

Question 7

The social world model used in the text is an example of a closed-system model.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to William F. Ogburn, the findings of stem cell research are:

Accepted Answer

A)  Discoveries 
B)  Inventions 
C)  Innovations 
D)  Diffusions 
A)  Discoveries 
B)  Inventions 
C)  Innovations 
D)  Diffusions

Question 9

Symbolic interaction theorists argue that change is caused by a disagreement between two or more parties.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The statement "A group seeking change can attempt to set up a situation in which desired behavior is rewarded" most closely reflects:

Accepted Answer

A)  Symbolic interaction theory 
B)  Functionalist theory 
C)  Conflict theory 
D)  Rational choice theory 
A)  Symbolic interaction theory 
B)  Functionalist theory 
C)  Conflict theory 
D)  Rational choice theory

Question 11

The implications of terrorist suicide bombings are generally:

Accepted Answer

A)  Micro level, with some macro-level implications 
B)  Meso level, with some micro-level implications 
C)  Macro level, with some micro-level implications 
D)  Global, with some micro-level implications 
A)  Micro level, with some macro-level implications 
B)  Meso level, with some micro-level implications 
C)  Macro level, with some micro-level implications 
D)  Global, with some micro-level implications

Question 12

The social world model is based on the assumption that change, whether evolutionary or revolutionary, is inevitable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Globalization from below refers to the efforts by common people in small groups and protest movements to fight back.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Collective behaviors involve only micro-level individual actions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Compare and contrast open-system and closed-system models for planning organizational change.

Accepted Answer

The open-system and closed-system models

Question 16

Change in organizations is generally perceived as desirable if it is evolutionary or planned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Movements to improve the working conditions from actions brought about by multinational corporations are examples of resistance movements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Riots differ from mobs in that riots focus on specific targets, while mobs may shift targets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Compare and contrast crowd and mass behaviors. Provide examples.

Accepted Answer

Crowd and mass behaviors are both forms

Question 20

Science differs from technology in that science is the practical application of technology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

According to world systems theory, peripheral countries are in an intermediate position in the world.

According to evolutionary theory, societies typically move through stages in which order?

Which of the following is an example of a crowd behavior?

Variations or alterations over time in the behavior patterns, culture, and structure of society are:

As Jason is eating lunch, a friend tells him, "If we win the national championship, our instructor will give us all As." Jason then posts this on his Facebook wall, and by the next class, everyone is wearing their school colors to class. Jason created a crisis.

Compare and contrast proactive and reactive social movements. Provide an example of each.

The social world model used in the text is an example of a closed-system model.

According to William F. Ogburn, the findings of stem cell research are:

Symbolic interaction theorists argue that change is caused by a disagreement between two or more parties.

The statement "A group seeking change can attempt to set up a situation in which desired behavior is rewarded" most closely reflects:

The implications of terrorist suicide bombings are generally:

The social world model is based on the assumption that change, whether evolutionary or revolutionary, is inevitable.

Globalization from below refers to the efforts by common people in small groups and protest movements to fight back.

Collective behaviors involve only micro-level individual actions.

Compare and contrast open-system and closed-system models for planning organizational change.

Change in organizations is generally perceived as desirable if it is evolutionary or planned.

Movements to improve the working conditions from actions brought about by multinational corporations are examples of resistance movements.

Riots differ from mobs in that riots focus on specific targets, while mobs may shift targets.

Compare and contrast crowd and mass behaviors. Provide examples.

Science differs from technology in that science is the practical application of technology.

Sociology: a Unique Way to View the World

Examining the Social World: How Do We Know

Society and Culture: Hardware and Software of Our Social World

Socialization: Becoming Human and Humane

Interaction, Groups, and Organizations: Connections That Work

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

Stratification: Rich and Famousor Rags and Famine

Race and Ethnic Group Stratification: Beyond Us and Them

Gender Stratification: Shehewho Goes First

Family: Partner Taking, People Making, and Contract Breaking

Education: What Are We Learning

Religion: the Social Meaning of Sacred Meaning

Politics and Economics: Penetrating Power and Privilege

Health Care: an Anatomy of Health and Illness

Population and Urbanization: Living on Planet Earth

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Exam 16: The Process of Change: We Can Make a Difference

According to world systems theory, peripheral countries are in an intermediate position in the world.

According to evolutionary theory, societies typically move through stages in which order?

Which of the following is an example of a crowd behavior?

Variations or alterations over time in the behavior patterns, culture, and structure of society are:

As Jason is eating lunch, a friend tells him, "If we win the national championship, our instructor will give us all As." Jason then posts this on his Facebook wall, and by the next class, everyone is wearing their school colors to class. Jason created a crisis.

Compare and contrast proactive and reactive social movements. Provide an example of each.

The social world model used in the text is an example of a closed-system model.

According to William F. Ogburn, the findings of stem cell research are:

Symbolic interaction theorists argue that change is caused by a disagreement between two or more parties.

The statement "A group seeking change can attempt to set up a situation in which desired behavior is rewarded" most closely reflects:

The implications of terrorist suicide bombings are generally:

The social world model is based on the assumption that change, whether evolutionary or revolutionary, is inevitable.

Globalization from below refers to the efforts by common people in small groups and protest movements to fight back.

Collective behaviors involve only micro-level individual actions.

Compare and contrast open-system and closed-system models for planning organizational change.

Change in organizations is generally perceived as desirable if it is evolutionary or planned.

Movements to improve the working conditions from actions brought about by multinational corporations are examples of resistance movements.

Riots differ from mobs in that riots focus on specific targets, while mobs may shift targets.

Compare and contrast crowd and mass behaviors. Provide examples.

Science differs from technology in that science is the practical application of technology.

Sociology: a Unique Way to View the World

Examining the Social World: How Do We Know

Society and Culture: Hardware and Software of Our Social World

Socialization: Becoming Human and Humane

Interaction, Groups, and Organizations: Connections That Work

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

Stratification: Rich and Famousor Rags and Famine

Race and Ethnic Group Stratification: Beyond Us and Them

Gender Stratification: Shehewho Goes First

Family: Partner Taking, People Making, and Contract Breaking

Education: What Are We Learning

Religion: the Social Meaning of Sacred Meaning

Politics and Economics: Penetrating Power and Privilege

Health Care: an Anatomy of Health and Illness

Population and Urbanization: Living on Planet Earth

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