Soc 1010 - Introduction to Sociology » Fall 2021 » Quiz 3 Gender and Age

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Question #1
Refers to an invisible barrier that blocks the promotion of a qualified individual in a work environment because of the individual's race or gender.
A.   glass escalator
B.   glass shield
C.   glass wall
D.   glass ceiling
Question #2
Expectations regarding proper behavior, attitudes, and activities of males and females.
A.   Proper gender etiquette
B.   Gender roles
C.   Gendering
D.   Gender expectations
Question #3
Which two paradigms mirror each other in terms of how they contend women are treated in society?
A.   Functionalism and Conflict Theory
B.   Interactionism and Conflict theory
C.   Feminist Theory and Conflict Theory
D.   Interactionism and Feminist Theory
Question #4
Which paradigm examines gender stratification on a micro-level?
A.   Feminist Theory
B.   Conflict Theory
C.   Functionalism
D.   Interactionism
Question #5
The Matrix of Domination was introduced by whom?
A.   Gloria Steinem
B.   Angela Davis
C.   bell hooks
D.   Patricia Hill-Collins
Question #6
The scientific study of the sociological and psychological aspects of aging and the problems of the aged is called ___________________.
A.   Agiology
B.   Bengayology
C.   Gerontology.
D.   None of the above.
Question #7
__________________________ suggests that society and the aging mutually sever many of their relationships.
A.   Geriatric Disolution Theory
B.   Aging Disconnection Theory
C.   Geriatric Abolition Theory
D.   Disengagement Theory
Question #8
Disengagement Theory was developed in accordance with the principles of which major theoretical paradigm?
A.   Structural Functionalism
B.   Feminism
C.   Conflict Theory
D.   Interactionism
Question #9
___________________ suggests that older adults who remain active and socially involved will be best adjusted.
A.   Retirement Readiness Theory
B.   Geriatric Defiance Theory
C.   Activity Theory
D.   None of the above
Question #10
According to conflict theorists, ________________ enjoy better health and vigor as they age.
A.   Upper class
B.   Underclass
C.   Middle class
D.   Working class

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