Sociology Pretest

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What is a peer group?

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A peer group is a social group consisting of individuals of roughly the same age and with similar interests.

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What does social structure provide?

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Social structure provides the guidelines for ideal forms of interpersonal relations and prescribes behaviors among the members of the social unit.

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Who is the founder of sociology?

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Auguste Comte is recognized as the founder of sociology.

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Do sociologists conduct research to gain knowledge?

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Yes, sociologists conduct research to gain knowledge.

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What is primary deviance?

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Primary deviance refers to initial acts of rule-breaking that may not result in the individual being labeled as deviant.

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What is secondary deviance?

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Secondary deviance occurs when a person labeled as deviant begins to act in accordance with that label.

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Can deviant behavior be legal?

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Yes, what is considered deviant in one society may not be considered deviant in another society, and not all deviant behavior is illegal.

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What is socialization?

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Socialization is the process through which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their society.

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What is the hidden curriculum?

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The hidden curriculum refers to the unwritten, informal teachings that occur in educational settings, influencing students' social development.

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What is the play stage in sociology?

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The play stage is a phase in child development where children begin to take on roles and act them out, helping them understand social interactions.