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

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