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 ceiling
C.   glass wall
D.   glass shield
Question #2
Expectations regarding proper behavior, attitudes, and activities of males and females.
A.   Gendering
B.   Gender roles
C.   Gender expectations
D.   Proper gender etiquette
Question #3
Which two paradigms mirror each other in terms of how they contend women are treated in society?
A.   Interactionism and Feminist Theory
B.   Functionalism and Conflict Theory
C.   Feminist Theory and Conflict Theory
D.   Interactionism and Conflict theory
Question #4
Which paradigm examines gender stratification on a micro-level?
A.   Interactionism
B.   Functionalism
C.   Conflict Theory
D.   Feminist Theory
Question #5
The Matrix of Domination was introduced by whom?
A.   Angela Davis
B.   Gloria Steinem
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.   Geriatric Disolution Theory
B.   Disengagement Theory
C.   Aging Disconnection Theory
D.   Geriatric Abolition Theory
Question #8
Disengagement Theory was developed in accordance with the principles of which major theoretical paradigm?
A.   Feminism
B.   Structural Functionalism
C.   Interactionism
D.   Conflict Theory
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.   Working class
B.   Underclass
C.   Upper class
D.   Middle class

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