Self-Quiz Characteristics of Evolving Groups and Movements

Question 1 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 A sect: Select one: a. Has generally grown so large that it needs new buildings and multiple leaders b. Often believes it must split from the larger group to return to important fundamentals c. Is another term for a cult d. All of the above Question 2 Incorrect Mark 0.00 out of 1.00 Functionalist theory sees education as serving the needs of __________. Select one: a. Families b. Society c. The individual d. All of the above  Question 3 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 In what ways does religion serve the role of a social institution? Select one: a. Religions have a complex and integrated set of norms. b. Religious practices and beliefs are related to societal values. c. Religions often meet several basic needs. d. All of the above Question 4 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 What do nations that are top-ranked in science and math have in common? Select one: a. They are all in Asia. b. They recruit top teachers. c. They spend more money per student. d. They use cutting-edge technology in classrooms. Question 5 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Critical sociologists see sorting as a way to __________. Select one: a. Challenge gifted students b. Perpetuate divisions of socioeconomic status c. Help students who need additional support d. Teach respect for authority Question 6 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Because she plans on achieving success in marketing, Tammie is taking courses on managing social media. This is an example of __________. Select one: a. Cultural innovation b. Social control c. Social placement d. Socialization Question 7 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Which theory of education focuses on the ways in which education maintains the status quo? Select one: a. Critical sociology b. Piaget's theory c. Functionalist theory d. Symbolic interactionism Question 8 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 What are the major factors affecting education systems throughout the world? Select one: a. Resources and money b. Student interest c. Teacher interest d. Transportation Question 9 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Rewarding students for meeting deadlines and respecting authority figures is an example of __________. Select one: a. A latent function b. A manifest function c. Informal education d. Transmission of moral education Question 10 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Which socialist perspective most emphasizes the ways in which religion helps to maintain social inequalities within a society? Select one: a. Functional b. Symbolic interactionist c. Conflict theory d. Feminist perspective Question 11 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Which perspective most emphasizes the ways in which religion helps to keep the social system running smoothly? Select one: a. Functional perspective b. Symbolic interactionist perspective c. Conflict perspective d. Feminist perspective Question 12 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms was an impetus for __________. Select one: a. Access to education b. Average spending on students c. Desegregation of schools d. Higher salaries for teachers Question 13 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Critical sociologists see IQ tests as being biased. Why? Select one: a. They are scored in a way that is subject to human error. b. They do not give children with learning disabilities a fair chance to demonstrate their true intelligence. c. They don't involve enough test items to cover multiple intelligences. d. They reward affluent students with questions that assume knowledge associated with upper-class culture. Question 14 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 What term describes the assignment of students to specific education programs and classes on the basis of test scores, previous grades, or perceived ability? Select one: a. Hidden curriculum b. Labelling c. Self-fulfilling prophecy d. Tracking Question 15 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 What term describes the separation of students based on merit? Select one: a. Cultural transmission b. Social control c. Sorting d. Hidden curriculum Question 16 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Some controversial groups that may be mislabelled as cults include: Select one: a. Scientology and the Hare Krishna b. the Peoples Temple and Heven's Gate c. the Branch Davidians and the Manson Family d. Quakers and Petecostals Question 17 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Learning from classmates that most students buy lunch on Fridays is an example of __________. Select one: a. Cultural transmission b. Educational access c. Formal education d. Informal education Question 18 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 A cultural universal is something that: Select one: a. Addresses all aspects of a group's behaviour b. Is found in all cultures c. Is based on social norms d. May or may not be of value in meeting social needs Question 19 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Which theory of education focuses on the labels acquired through the educational process? Select one: a. Critical sociology b. Feminist theory c. Functionalist theory d. Symbolic interactionism Question 20 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Informal education __________. Select one: a. Describes when students teach their peers b. Refers to the learning of cultural norms c. Only takes place at home d. Relies on a planned instructional process