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Chapter 6: Groups and Organization

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Chapter 6: Groups and Organization

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6-1 §6.1 source ↗

What does a Functionalist consider when studying a phenomenon like the Tea Party movement?
  1. a.
    The minute functions that every person at the protests plays in the whole
  2. b.
    The internal conflicts that play out within such a diverse and leaderless group
  3. c.
    How the movement contributes to the stability of society by offering the discontented a safe, controlled outlet for dissension
  4. d.
    The factions and divisions that form within the movement

Answer

C. How the movement contributes to the stability of society by offering the discontented a safe, controlled outlet for dissension

6-3 §6.1 source ↗

What role do secondary groups play in society?
  1. a.
    They are transactional, task-based, and short-term, filling practical needs.
  2. b.
    They provide a social network that allows people to compare themselves to others.
  3. c.
    The members give and receive emotional support.
  4. d.
    They allow individuals to challenge their beliefs and prejudices.

Answer

A. They are transactional, task-based, and short-term, filling practical needs.

6-5 §6.1 source ↗

Which of the following is not an example of an in-group?
  1. a.
    The Ku Klux Klan
  2. b.
    A fraternity
  3. c.
    A synagogue
  4. d.
    A high school

Answer

D. A high school

6-7 §6.1 source ↗

A parent who is worrying over her teenager’s dangerous and self-destructive behavior and low self-esteem may wish to look at her child’s:
  1. a.
    reference group
  2. b.
    in-group
  3. c.
    out-group
  4. d.
    All of the above

Answer

D. All of the above

6-9 §6.2 source ↗

Who is more likely to be an expressive leader?
  1. a.
    The sales manager of a fast-growing cosmetics company
  2. b.
    A high school teacher at a reform school
  3. c.
    The director of a summer camp for chronically ill children
  4. d.
    A manager at a fast-food restaurant

Answer

C. The director of a summer camp for chronically ill children

6-11 §6.2 source ↗

In Asch’s study on conformity, what contributed to the ability of subjects to resist conforming?
  1. a.
    A very small group of witnesses
  2. b.
    The presence of an ally
  3. c.
    The ability to keep one’s answer private
  4. d.
    All of the above

Answer

D. All of the above

6-13 §6.3 source ↗

Which is not an example of a normative organization?
  1. a.
    A book club
  2. b.
    A church youth group
  3. c.
    A People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) protest group
  4. d.
    A study hall

Answer

D. A study hall

6-15 §6.3 source ↗

Why do people join utilitarian organizations?
  1. a.
    Because they feel an affinity with others there
  2. b.
    Because they receive a tangible benefit from joining
  3. c.
    Because they have no choice
  4. d.
    Because they feel pressured to do so

Answer

B. Because they receive a tangible benefit from joining

6-17 §6.3 source ↗

What are some of the intended positive aspects of bureaucracies?
  1. a.
    Increased productivity
  2. b.
    Increased efficiency
  3. c.
    Equal treatment for all
  4. d.
    All of the above

Answer

D. All of the above

6-19 §6.3 source ↗

What is a disadvantage of the McDonaldization of society?
  1. a.
    There is less variety of goods.
  2. b.
    There is an increased need for employees with postgraduate degrees.
  3. c.
    There is less competition so prices are higher.
  4. d.
    There are fewer jobs so unemployment increases.

Answer

A. There is less variety of goods.

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