Exam 2: Culture

The invention of the ATM machine has removed the need for human interaction in banking transactions but has also increased the frequency of fraud. This example illustrates which of the following concepts?

What is the sociological term that relates to social control and refers to the punishment of inappropriate behaviour?

Alana has just received her PhD in Sociology and began working at a local university. What term do sociologists apply to Janice's new group membership at a university?

What is the term for using the most efficient means of achieving a given end despite any negative consequences of such means?

According to Ritzer, what is McDonaldization?

Hip-hop is an example of how mass consumption is an expression of rebellion.

"I can't possibly wear my black pumps to the dance. The heel is clearly from 2009. What would my girlfriends think?" Which social constraint on human action is reflected in this statement?

Understanding that le chat (French) and el gato (Spanish) mean the same thing as cat is an example of which human capacity?

Postmodern culture has caused an overwhelming majority of Canadians to reject established religions for rites of passage.

What do sociologists call viewing the world from the perspective of one's own culture?

Every Thanksgiving Willy and his family prepare a turkey dinner to share with their extended family members. When Willy's daughter grows up, she will carry on the tradition for her family. What does this example illustrate?

Sonia walks down the street in Toronto and hears six different languages being spoken by others on the street. Which term best illustrates Sonia's experience in Toronto?

Some social scientists have argued that the events of September 11, 2001, have led to increased cultural misunderstandings and cultural intolerance. Why hasn't the rights revolution prevented ethnocentrism? What may be the future of the rights revolution, given the post-9/11 world changes?

Which of the following is one conclusion of Reginald Bibby's survey research about religious beliefs of Canadians?

Which of the following illustrates humans' ability to think abstractly?

According to the text, which of the following would be considered a Big Historical Project?

There was a demonstration on a university campus that brought both students and professors together in a protest against the administration. This protest was an example of what cultural phenomenon?

Define and list the main aspects of the "global village."

What does the author call the powerful social conditioning illustrated in the story of Werkglocke?

Advertising tries to make us feel as though certain commodities will make us more desirable.