Test Flashcards
Causes of inequality
Stereotyping, racism, ageism, homophobia, sexism, past experiences, discrimination
What is inequality of opportunity?
When you don’t have have the chance to do certain things that others do which leads to inequality of outcome
Definition of life chances
The opportunities of enjoying the good things in life and avoiding the bad
Definition of wrath
The amount of possessions that a person has
Definition of status
How important somebody is in society
Definition of life style
The way people live their lives
Definition of prejudice
An idea about what someone is like basses on a prejudgment about them
Definition of discrimination
An action for or against someone stemming from prejudice
What causes prejudice?
Stereotypes The media Ignorance Socialisation Modelling Past experiences
What is prestige?
How special or important a position is seen
What is the Matthew affect
The belief that the rich are getting richer and the port are getting poorer
What is ascribed status?
When you are born into or married into your status
What is achieved status?
When you work towards getting your status
What is elite?
A small group in society who are very powerful and wealthy
What is inequality?
Where some people have a lack of opportunities and life chances compared to others
