Socialization

Question 1

Define socialization

Answer 1

The process of internalizing the social norms and values

expected in one’s society.

Question 2

Define positive sanction

Answer 2

: Positive: A reward for a certain behavior.

Question 3

Define negative sanction

Answer 3

Negative: A punishment for a certain behavior.

Question 4

Define More and give an example

Answer 4

Informal norms with major importance for
society and, if broken, can result in severe sanctions. Ex:
Drug abuse is not socially acceptable. “Right / Wrong”

Question 5

Define folkway and give an example

Answer 5

Informal norms that are less significant, yet
they still shape our everyday behavior. Ex: Holding a
door open for someone. “Right / Rude”

Question 6

Define Taboo and give an example

Answer 6

Considered unacceptable by almost every culture (like

cannibalism or incest).

Question 7

Define stigma

Answer 7

The extreme disapproval or dislike of a person or group

based on perceived differences form the rest of society

Question 8

Define deviance

Answer 8

Violation of norms, rules, or expectations in a society.

Question 9

Define differential association theory

Answer 9

Deviance can be learned through our interactions with
others. People commit crimes, at least in part, because
of their associations with other people

Question 10

Define conformity

Answer 10

Changing beliefs or behaviors in order to fit into a group

or society.

Question 11

Define compliance

Answer 11

When individuals change their behavior based on the

requests of others.

Question 12

Define obedience

Answer 12

A change in behavior based on a command from

someone seen as an authority figure.