Social Norms and Deviance Quiz

What are social norms?

• Rules and expectations that govern behavior within a particular group or society

• Universal standards that govern behavior

• Expectations that only apply to certain individuals

• Written laws that govern behavior

According to sociologists, what determines what is considered normal?

• Objective facts and universal standards

• Religious beliefs

• Socially constructed by the members of a group

• Government regulations

What is deviance?

• Behavior that conforms to established societal norms

• Behavior that challenges accepted norms and values

• Behavior that is universally accepted

• Behavior that is only considered deviant in Western cultures

How do social norms vary?

• Only between different genders

• Between different societies, cultures, social groups, genders, and over time

• Only between different cultures

• Only between different social groups

What is an example of a norm that may vary between different cultural groups?

• Bowing when greeting someone

• Kissing each cheek when greeting someone

• Shaking hands when meeting someone for the first time

• All of the above

What is a positive sanction?

• A penalty for violating social norms

• A reward or recognition given to an individual for carrying out expected behavior

• A punishment for deviant behavior

• A way of communicating what is considered unacceptable behavior

What do sanctions serve as according to sociologists?

• Both A and B

• A way of reinforcing desired behavior and communicating what behavior is expected

• A way of communicating what is considered unacceptable behavior

• None of the above

What are formal sanctions enforced by?

• Unwritten customs and traditions

• Religious leaders

• Individuals or organizations with official roles or statuses

• Peers or the broader society

What are informal sanctions often applied by?

• One's peers or the broader society, especially through unwritten customs and traditions

• Individuals or organizations with official roles or statuses

• Educational institutions

• Government authorities

What is an example of a formal sanction?

• Tattoos being considered normal by mainstream society

• Tattoos demonstrated rebellion and were a deliberate act of nonconformity

• Exceeding the speed limit by less than 10km an hour means a $231 fine

• Giving a peer the side eye if they say something inappropriate