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