Unit 3: Advanced (Quiz)

Which word refers to the set of characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, and income?

• norm
• segment
• demographics
• status

Answer explanation

Demographics refer to statistical characteristics of populations.

Which word best describes someone who does not follow accepted social behavior and may avoid social interaction?

• suburban
• anti-social
• conservative
• influential

Answer explanation

Anti-social behavior goes against societal norms and often avoids social interaction.

What do we call the influence felt from people of the same age or status to behave in a certain way?

• interaction
• peer
• pressure
• minority

Answer explanation

Peer pressure refers to influence from one's social group.

Which term is used for a shared background, tradition, or cultural inheritance?

• heritage
• standard
• segment
• status

Answer explanation

Heritage includes traditions and values passed down through generations.

Which adjective refers to ideas or styles that are not traditional or commonly accepted?

• harmonious
• unconventional
• conventional
• multicultural

Answer explanation

Unconventional means not based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed.

Which verb means to deliberately display something to attract attention or admiration?

• exclude
• flaunt
• skew
• conform

Answer explanation

To flaunt is to show off something, usually proudly or ostentatiously.

Which phrase describes rejecting the dominant social values or beliefs?

• follow accepted behaviour
• shun mainstream values
• conform to the norm
• display status

Answer explanation

Shunning mainstream values means rejecting the dominant norms of society.

What term describes a person or group that is numerically smaller or holds less power in a society?

• segment
• minority
• peer
• demographics

Answer explanation

A minority is a smaller part of a population, often with less representation.

What noun refers to a usual or expected behavior in a group or society?

• standard
• norm
• status
• heritage

Answer explanation

Norm refers to expected patterns of behavior in a group or culture.

Which word describes behavior that is typical and widely accepted in society?

• unconventional
• anti-social
• conventional
• influential

Answer explanation

Conventional refers to behavior that aligns with established customs or standards.