Sociology 2 Review Flashcards
What are gender roles?
Societal expectations and norms that perpetuate gender inequalities or stereotypes
What is sexism?
Prejudice, discrimination or stereotyping based in a person’s sex or gender
Does the gender wage gap exist?
Yes
how does exposure to media representations of body ideals affect both men and women?
It leads to an increase in anxiety and desires for physical perfection
What is genocide?
The intentional extermination of a particular group
What is internal colonialism?
The exploitation and segregation of a racial or ethnic group within its own country
What is postmodernism characterized by?
A decrease in deference to authority in various domains
What is religion?
Beliefs, practices, rituals and symbols often centred around a higher power
What is secularization?
Process by which religious influence decreases in society
What is secularization often accompanied by?
An increase of secular institutions and values
What is wearing a lucky charm an example of?
A diverse ritual individuals may develop under high stress situations
What is the global decline of language influenced by?
Historic and colonial forces
What percentage of the world’s languages are endangered?
Approximately 34.8%
What are usually passed down through generations through societal norms and values?
Cultural elements like religion and technology
What is cooperation a vital factor in?
Human culture, involving the establishment of norms and values
What are generally accepted behaviours?
Norms dictated in human society
What do values do?
Encompass ideas of right and wrong in human culture
What are folkways?
Term used to refer to social preferences in cultural norms
What was the first country to become officially multicultural?
Canada
Is multiculturalism a principle embedded in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
Yes
What is rationalization?
Refers to the application of efficient means to achieve goals
What is an example of the unintended negative consequences of rationalization?
Our hectic lifestyles
What is a downside of wireless communication technologies?
Decreased face to face communication
What did the residential school system close down?
1996
Does Western Europe offer greater physical safety for women compared to regions like North America, the Middle East and parts of South Asia?
Yes
Why did Canada adopt the process of multiculturalism?
To support culturally diverse communities
What is gender inequality?
The unequal treatment or perceptions of individuals based on their gender
What does feminism advocate for?
The equality of sexes and rights and interests of women
What was the primary focus of the first wave of feminism?
Legal rights such as suffrage
When did Islam emerge?
600 CE
What does Islam involve?
Adherence to religious duties as outlined in the Quran
What is transgender?
The term which describes individuals who do not conform to traditional gender norms
What is the primary characteristic of race?
Physical characteristics
What does secularization describe?
The process by which religious authority, observance and dogma are distinguished from personal experiences of spirituality
What is a church characterized by?
A bureaucratic structure, formal training of leaders and integration into mainstream society
What is a cult?
Refers to small groups of people deeply committed to a religious vision that rejects mainstream culture and society
What is religiosity?
The term used to describe a person’s level of involvement in religious activities such as attendance at services or adherence to rituals
What is Judaism?
The religion that emphasizes belief in one god and adherence to divine commandments outlined in the Torah
When did Christianity originate?
35 CE
What are the main devisions within Islam?
Sunni and Shia
What is Hinduism?
The religion that encompasses diverse beliefs in multiple gods and reincarnation
What does Buddhism emphasize?
The cessation of suffering through enlightenment and ethical living
When did the #MeToo movement gain widespread popularity?
2017
What does the Black Lives Matter social movement advocate for?
Non-discriminatory policing and mental health support
Who founded the Idle No More Movement?
Indigenous Canadian women
What are stereotypes?
Overly simplified and widely held characteristics that are believed to be attributes of people belonging to a certain group
When did the occupy movement spread globally?
2011
How does sociology contribute to addressing social and environmental challenges?
By providing informed choices based on sociological knowledge
What did the second wave of feminism address?
Broader social, economic and political issues beyond the suffrage
When did the third wave of feminism emerge?
In the 1989: and continued into the 21st century
What does gender identity refer to?
An individual’s psychological and social sense of belonging to a particular sex
What do Barbie dolls serve as an example for?
gender socialization and the influence of toys on shaping gender roles and body image perceptions
What religion are the majority of Canadians?
Christian
What tends to decrease with age?
Religiosity
Is the civil rights movement a new social movement?
No.
