Practice Ascribed Status - 4.2.2.1 | 4. Social Structure | ICSE Class 11 Sociology
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Question 1

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What is ascribed status?

💡 Hint: Think about characteristics assigned at birth.

Question 2

Easy

Can ascribed status change throughout a person's life?

💡 Hint: Remember, it's given at birth.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What term describes a social position individuals are born into?

  • Equal Status
  • Achieved Status
  • Ascribed Status

💡 Hint: Think about characteristics assigned from birth.

Question 2

True or False: Achieved status can change throughout a person's life.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what efforts someone can make.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate a scenario where two individuals with different ascribed statuses compete for the same job. Discuss potential biases and outcomes.

💡 Hint: Consider societal perceptions and biases in hiring.

Question 2

Design a study to analyze the effects of ascribed status on educational attainment. What variables would you consider?

💡 Hint: Think about how to measure success in education.

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