Sociology and Socialization Quiz

What are sociologists interested in regarding individuals?

• How individuals make money

• How individuals learn to function in society

• How individuals choose their careers

• How individuals spend their leisure time

What is socialization commonly used to describe?

• The process of making friends

• The process of learning to cook

• The process where an individual learns basic skills, socially accepted goals, and roles and behaviours

• The process of choosing a career

Which of the following is NOT a component of socialization?

• Basic skills

• Socially accepted goals

• Roles and behaviours

• Genetic traits

What is a common outcome of successful socialization?

• Social isolation

• Understanding societal norms and expectations

• Avoiding societal norms

• Rejecting societal roles

Which category of socialization occurs when individuals learn new norms and values to fit into a new environment?

• Primary socialization

• Resocialization

• Anticipatory socialization

• Secondary socialization

What is primary socialization?

• The process of learning advanced skills for professional development.

• The process of learning the basic skills needed to survive in society.

• The process of learning how to interact with technology.

• The process of learning artistic skills.

Which of the following is an example of primary socialization?

• Learning to code.

• Learning to drive a car.

• Learning hygiene and how to dress appropriately.

• Learning to play a musical instrument.

Which skill is NOT typically part of primary socialization?

• Eating with utensils

• Using language

• Dressing appropriately

• Advanced mathematics

Which of the following is NOT an example of primary socialization?

• Learning hygiene

• Learning to use language

• Learning to play sports

• Learning to dress appropriately

What is secondary socialization?

• The process of learning how to behave appropriately in group situations.

• The process of learning basic skills like walking and talking.

• The process of learning how to cook and clean.

• The process of learning a new language.