Social Group

Question 1

Define a Social Group

Answer 1

A Social Group is two or more people working together to achieve a common goal

Question 2

How are people in a social group identified?

Answer 2

1) How they dress
2) Symbol
3) Behavior patterns
4)Uniform or dress pattern

Question 3

What are the functions of a Social Group

Answer 3

1. Provides a sense of belonging and identity
2. helps solve problems
3. Provide Companionship
4. discipline its members
5. provide safety and security
6. Strengthens self esteem

Question 4

What are the characteristics of Social Groups?

Answer 4

1) Voluntary or Involuntary Membership

2) There are marks of identity

3)There are establish patterns of behavior to which members are expected to comform

4) There are specific ways of interacting which are determine by the rules and regulations, written as well as unwritten

Question 5

What are the different types of social groups?

Answer 5

1) Primary
2) Secondary
3) Formal
4) Informal
5) Voluntary
6) Involuntary
7) Interest

Question 6

Define the following social group:

•Primary

Answer 6

Primary - A primary group is a small group where members have frequent face to face interactions and share personal and intimate relationships

Question 7

What are some examples of a Primary Group?

Answer 7

The Family
A class
Dance Group
Peer Group
Music Group

Question 8

Define the following social group:

•Secondary Group

Answer 8

Secondary Group - A secondary group is a larger and has less frequent interactions than in a primary group. Relationships are less personal and can be based more on functions and formality

Question 9

What are some examples of a Secondary Group?

Answer 9

School
A political Party
Bank
Church