Social Class - patterns & trends in social class inequality and difference Flashcards
What is social class?
A division of society based on social and economic status.
True or False: Social class is determined solely by income.
False
Name the three main social classes in the UK.
Upper class, middle class, working class.
What is the term for the movement between different social classes?
Social mobility.
Fill in the blank: The ________ class is associated with high levels of education and professional occupations.
middle
Which sociologist is known for the concept of ‘cultural capital’?
Pierre Bourdieu.
True or False: The working class is often associated with manual labor jobs.
True
What does the term ‘relative deprivation’ refer to?
The perception of being worse off compared to others.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors can influence social class? A) Education B) Occupation C) Income D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the primary focus of Marxist theory in relation to social class?
The conflict between the bourgeoisie and the proletariat.
Fill in the blank: ________ is the ability to move up or down the social hierarchy.
Social mobility
What is the term for the upper class that inherits wealth and status?
Aristocracy.
True or False: Social class can impact health outcomes.
True
What does the term ‘social stratification’ mean?
The hierarchical arrangement of individuals in society.
Multiple Choice: Which sociologist studied the ‘underclass’? A) Karl Marx B) Charles Murray C) Max Weber D) Emile Durkheim
B) Charles Murray
What is ‘status inconsistency’?
A situation where an individual holds differing levels of status in different areas.
Fill in the blank: The ________ class is often characterized by self-employment and small business ownership.
middle
What is the relationship between social class and educational attainment?
Higher social class typically correlates with higher levels of educational attainment.
True or False: The ‘working poor’ are individuals who work but do not earn enough to meet basic needs.
True
What is the role of ‘socialization’ in maintaining class differences?
Socialization teaches individuals the norms and values associated with their class.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of the upper class? A) High income B) Limited access to education C) Manual labor jobs D) None of the above
A) High income
What is the ‘poverty line’?
The minimum level of income deemed adequate in a particular country.
Fill in the blank: ________ refers to the societal expectation of behavior based on one’s class.
Social norms
What is ‘intersectionality’ in the context of social class?
The way different social identities (like race, gender, and class) intersect and affect experiences of inequality.
True or False: Social class has no impact on political power.
False
What does ‘elite theory’ suggest about social class?
A small group of elites hold power and influence over the majority.
Multiple Choice: Which factor is least likely to influence social class? A) Family background B) Personal ambition C) Lottery winnings D) Geographic location
C) Lottery winnings
What is the impact of globalization on social class inequality?
Globalization can exacerbate inequalities by favoring wealthier nations and individuals.
Fill in the blank: ________ is the ability to influence decisions within a society.
Power
What is the significance of the ‘digital divide’ in relation to social class?
It highlights the gap in access to technology and information between different social classes.
True or False: Social class differences are static and do not change over time.
False
What does the term ‘class consciousness’ mean?
Awareness of one’s social class and the interests associated with it.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a method of measuring social class? A) Surveys B) Income analysis C) Occupation classification D) All of the above
D) All of the above
