Socialisation and Identity Flashcards
1
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Outline the two elements of identity
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Primary, secondary
2
Q
Define primary identity
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Our sense of self
3
Q
Define secondary identity
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The roles we play in society
4
Q
Define ascribed status
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A social position ascribed to a person at birth
E.g birth, gender, race
5
Q
Define achieved status
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A social position a person attains through their own efforts, abilities and accomplishments
6
Q
Define subculture
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A smaller group within a larger culture that shares distinct values
