Exam 3: Socialization

Compare and contrast adolescent socialization with adult socialization.

Joanne went to the mall on her lunch hour and on an impulse decided to buy herself a gold necklace. After work, she went back and returned the necklace because after talking with her mother she realized it was very expensive and she really didn't need it. What part of her self made the decision to return the necklace?

According to George Herbert Mead, in which developmental stage do children begin to adopt social roles?

As identified in the text, which of the following techniques is associated with resocialization?

Lily's husband hates to wash dishes, so sometimes she lets the plates pile up to see if he will reach for the soap. However, she never offers to put the garbage out by the curb. Yesterday, when the truck went by, their garbage was still on the front porch. Maybe he is sending her a message, too. These are examples of how, as newlyweds, they are negotiating their roles as husband and wife. What would a sociologist call this process?

Five-year-old hockey players called "Tykes" skate en masse; wherever the puck goes, they go, without differentiating their respective roles. However, older hockey players in the "Little NHL," have defencemen at the blueline, and forwards forcing the play toward the goal. In what stage would sociologists classify the younger players?

Which of the following terms do sociologists use to describe adolescents imagining or trying on new roles?

During the week Suzanna is a university professor, so there are certain things she cannot say or do while on campus. On Saturday nights, however, she is the lead in a rock band that sings about social anarchy and rising up against social controls. On Sunday afternoons, she visits her mother and gives her updates about her grandchildren. What current social reality is reflected in Suzanna's life of shifting identities?

Which of the following terms refers to the process in which adults take on new statuses and acquire new and different social identities?

"Since I retired, I haven't been quite sure what to do with all my time. My children told me to relax and enjoy my retirement, but I still feel like I have a contribution to make to society." What challenge faced by retirees today is reflected in this statement?

According to the text, which of the following is considered a total institution?

Nowadays, adult socialization typically includes learning related to which one of the following?

Sociologists maintain that socialization is a life-long process. What kinds of evidence can be offered to support this claim?

A young Marine manned a helicopter machine gun during the Vietnam War and indiscriminately shot women and children in rice paddies. When asked at his court martial how he could shoot women and children, he simply replied, "It's what I am trained to do." Which of the following socialization processes best explains his emotional detachment?

Describe Cooley's looking-glass-self theory and provide examples from your personal experiences or those of your friends and family. Who are your mirrors, and why?

Alyssa watches the latest reality show every Thursday night and notices that the gender roles portrayed in the show are entertaining but at the same time they appall her. Which of the following best reflects the influence of media on Alyssa's attitudes?