How Society is Organized Flashcards
This is a collection of individuals who have relations with one another that make them interdependent to some significant degree. They interact with
each other, share similar characteristics, and have a collective sense of unity.
Social Group
What are the two categories of social groups?
Social Ties and Self-indentification
What are the two groups under the Social Ties category?
Primary and Secondary Groups
What group is the most fundamental unit of human society?
Primary Group
The following describe Primary groups except one:
a. Long-lasting group
b. Characterized by strong ties of love and affection.
c. Position of a member depends upon their role and status.
d. Do’s and dont’s are learned from here.
c. Position of a member depends upon their role and status.
This is a characteristic of a Secondary group.
Which of the following statements describe Primary groups?
a. Usually large in size, not
very enduring and limited
relationships
b. Total needs and wants are satisfied
c. Members plays active and passive roles
d. Increases efficiency of work
b. Total needs and wants are satisfied
What are the definitions of Primary groups?
- The most fundamental group of the society.
- Long-lasting group
- Characterized by strong-love and affection.
- Do’s and dont’s are learned from here.
What are the examples of Primary groups?
Families, friends, cliques, play groups, gangs
Which of the following are examples of Primary groups?
a. Cliques
b. Office mates
c. Faculty staff
d. Industrial workers
a. Cliques
Why are Primary groups important?
a. To have boundaries among members.
b. To improve and develop personalities.
c. To increase efficiency of work.
d. To satisfy needs with technology and is associated with social change.
b. To improve and develop personalities.
What are Secondary groups?
- Individuals come in contact later in life.
- Impersonal, casual, and formal
- Usually large in size
- People needed other people for their complex needs
What are examples of Secondary groups?
Industrial workers, business associates, faculty staff, company employees
Which of the following describes Secondary groups?
a. Proximity is close and near.
b. Stable in nature
c. Maximum control over members
d. Minimum commitment, control and responsibilities among members.
d. Minimum commitment, control and responsibilities among members.
Why is Primary groups important?
- Needs are satisfied with the help of advanced technology and is associated with social change.
- Satisfies changing needs of society and individuals
- Improved efficiency by the rules implemented
- Accommodate large numbers of members/localities which widens the outlook of groups
