Socialisation - Paper 1

Question 1

What is the definition of socialisation?

Answer 1

The process through which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their culture.

Question 2

True or False: Primary socialisation occurs mainly in early childhood.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The family is considered the primary agent of ______.

Answer 3

socialisation

Question 4

What is an example of a secondary agent of socialisation?

Answer 4

Schools, peer groups, or media.

Question 5

Who conducted the study on the importance of the family as a socialising agent?

Answer 5

George Peter Murdock

Question 6

What term describes the expectations and behaviors associated with a particular social position?

Answer 6

Role

Question 7

True or False: Socialisation only occurs in childhood.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

What is the concept of ‘resocialisation’?

Answer 8

The process of learning new norms and values when an individual enters a new social environment.

Question 9

Which sociologist is known for studying the impact of peer groups on socialisation?

Answer 9

Albert Bandura

Question 10

What is the significance of the ‘looking glass self’ theory?

Answer 10

It suggests that individuals form their self-concept based on how they believe others perceive them.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Agents of socialisation include family, education, ______, and religion.

Answer 11

media

Question 12

What is a key characteristic of primary socialisation?

Answer 12

It occurs in the early years of life and is mainly influenced by family.

Question 13

What does the term ‘norms’ refer to in sociology?

Answer 13

Societal rules that dictate appropriate behavior in various situations.

Question 14

Who is associated with the concept of ‘role conflict’?

Answer 14

Erving Goffman

Question 15

True or False: Socialisation is a one-time event.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What is meant by ‘cultural transmission’?

Answer 16

The process of passing cultural beliefs and practices from one generation to the next.

Question 17

What is the focus of the study conducted by Cooley?

Answer 17

The ‘looking glass self’ and its role in self-identity formation.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: _______ is the process through which individuals learn and adopt the behaviors of their culture.

Answer 18

Socialisation

Question 19

What role does media play in socialisation?

Answer 19

Media serves as a source of information and influences attitudes and behaviors.

Question 20

Who emphasized the role of symbolic interactionism in socialisation?

Answer 20

Herbert Blumer

Question 21

What is ‘anticipatory socialisation’?

Answer 21

The process of preparing for future roles and social expectations.

Question 22

True or False: Socialisation can lead to the development of a social identity.

Answer 22

True

Question 23

What is the term for the way individuals are taught to behave according to their gender?

Answer 23

Gender socialisation

Question 24

Who studied the role of play in children’s socialisation?

Answer 24

Lev Vygotsky

Question 25

What is a 'social norm'?

Answer 25

An expected standard of behavior within a society.

Question 26

Fill in the blank: Secondary socialisation typically occurs in ______.

Answer 26

adolescence and adulthood

Question 27

What is 'deviance' in the context of socialisation?

Answer 27

Behavior that violates societal norms.

Question 28

Who is associated with the term 'total institution'?

Answer 28

Erving Goffman

Question 29

What does 'peer pressure' refer to?

Answer 29

Influence exerted by a peer group to encourage certain behaviors.

Question 30

True or False: Socialisation has no impact on personality development.

Answer 30

False

Question 31

What is the primary focus of educational socialisation?

Answer 31

To teach knowledge and social skills necessary for functioning in society.

Question 32

What does the term 'identity' refer to in sociology?

Answer 32

The way individuals perceive themselves and are perceived by others.

Question 33

Fill in the blank: _______ socialisation occurs later in life and often involves new experiences.

Answer 33

Secondary

Question 34

What is the role of religion in socialisation?

Answer 34

To impart moral values and social norms.

Question 35

Who conducted a significant study on the impact of socialisation on gender roles?

Answer 35

Simon Baron-Cohen

Question 36

What is meant by 'social control'?

Answer 36

Mechanisms that regulate individual behavior and maintain social order.

Question 37

True or False: Socialisation is solely an individual process.

Answer 37

False

Question 38

What is the main idea behind 'role theory'?

Answer 38

Individuals fulfill social roles that come with specific expectations.

Question 39

Fill in the blank: The _______ is a key agent of socialisation during childhood.

Answer 39

family

Question 40

What is the significance of the 'self-fulfilling prophecy' in socialisation?

Answer 40

It describes how expectations can influence an individual's behavior.

Question 41

Who is most associated with the concept of 'social learning theory'?

Answer 41

Albert Bandura

Question 42

What does 'cultural diversity' refer to?

Answer 42

The presence of multiple cultural groups within a society.

Question 43

Fill in the blank: An important aspect of socialisation is the development of _______ skills.

Answer 43

communication

Question 44

What is 'latent function' in socialisation?

Answer 44

Unintended or unrecognized consequences of socialisation.

Question 45

True or False: Socialisation is a lifelong process.

Answer 45

True

Question 46

What is 'cognitive development' in the context of socialisation?

Answer 46

The process through which individuals acquire knowledge and understanding.

Question 47

Who argued that socialisation is essential for the development of the self?

Answer 47

George Herbert Mead

Question 48

What is the impact of globalization on socialisation?

Answer 48

It leads to the blending and sharing of cultural norms and practices across different societies.