Understanding Social Stratification

What are the three sociological paradigms used to understand inequality?

• Economic theory, political theory, cultural theory

• Structural functionalism, social conflict theory, symbolic interactionism

• Psychological theory, biological theory, environmental theory

• Historical theory, geographical theory, technological theory

How does ideology contribute to the persistence of inequality?

• By eliminating social classes

• By promoting economic growth

• By encouraging technological advancement

• By justifying societal organization and inequality

What is the main argument of the Davis-Moore thesis?

• Economic equality leads to social harmony

• Social stratification is harmful to society

• Inequality is necessary for societal progress

• All jobs should have equal pay

Which of the following is a critique of the Davis-Moore thesis?

• It fails to consider historical context

• It overemphasizes the role of technology

• It assumes all important jobs are high-paying

• It ignores the role of ideology

What is the main focus of structural functionalism in understanding stratification?

• The role of technology

• The functionality of inequality for society

• The impact of historical events

• The influence of cultural differences

According to Karl Marx, what is the basis of social stratification?

• Cultural differences

• Access to education

• Geographical location

• Relations to the means of production

Why did the proletariat revolution not occur, according to Derrindorf?

• Technological advancements prevented it

• The capitalist class was too fragmented

• The proletariat was too small

• The government intervened

What role does ideology play in capitalism, according to Derrindorf?

• It encourages technological innovation

• It leads to economic equality

• It determines what people see as worth struggling over

• It promotes environmental sustainability

What additional dimensions did Max Weber introduce to the concept of stratification?

• Cultural and historical

• Economic and political

• Social status and social power

• Technological and environmental

What is a key criticism of Marx's focus on economic stratification?

• It fails to consider geography

• It overemphasizes technology

• It is too simplistic

• It ignores cultural factors