Quiz 1.5. Social Class

According to Max Weber, which three factors contribute to an individual's socioeconomic status?

• Wealth, education, and occupation
• Power, property, and prestige
• Income, family name, and social connections
• Age, race, and gender

What is the primary basis for organizing society into hierarchical divisions in modern times?

• Hereditary characteristics
• Estates and rank
• Social class
• Religious affiliation

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'achieved status' in relation to social class?

• Status determined by birth
• Status earned through personal effort
• Status assigned by government
• Status based on physical attributes

What does the study of social class and hierarchies fundamentally question?

• Cultural differences
• Technological advancements
• Inequality
• Political systems

In the context of social class, what does 'prestige' refer to?

• An individual's income
• The reputation associated with one's position in society
• The amount of property owned
• The ability to impose one's will on others

Which group typically comprises the upper class in the United States?

• The wealthiest 1-2% of the population
• All white-collar workers
• Anyone with a college degree
• Government officials

What term is commonly used to describe workers in the lower class who typically work wage jobs?

• White-collar workers
• Blue-collar workers
• Gray-collar workers
• Pink-collar workers