2.2.2.3 - Status and Role
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Practice Questions
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What does 'status' refer to in society?
💡 Hint: Think about what defines your role in your family or school.
Give an example of ascribed status.
💡 Hint: Consider characteristics you were born with.
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What is the definition of 'status'?
💡 Hint: Remember, it defines where someone stands in a group.
True or False: Achieved status can change based on an individual's efforts.
💡 Hint: Think about how education can alter one's status.
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Evaluate how ascribed vs. achieved statuses affect social mobility in modern society.
💡 Hint: Consider historical context and real-world examples.
Propose a research project that studies the shifting perceptions of prestige in different cultural contexts.
💡 Hint: Use interviews and surveys for primary data collection.
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