CLASS XI ASSIGNMENT Chapter 2 _Chapter 2.pdf
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class 11 assignment Chapter 2 Sociology -Terms, concepts and their use in Sociology
CLASS XI ASSIGNMENT Chapter 2 _Chapter 2.pdf
- 1. G D GOENKA GLOBAL SCHOOL,NOIDA CLASS XI ASSIGNMENT SUBJECT:SOCIOLOGY Topic: Terms, Concepts, and Their Use in Sociology Multiple Choice Questions:- Q1. Which of the following best defines "culture" in sociology? a) The economic system of a society b) The shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group c) The political structure of a society d) The technological advancements of a society Q2. Which theory best explains the relationship between social structure and individual behaviour? a) Functionalism b) Symbolic Interactionism c) Conflict Theory d) Social Exchange Theory Q3.Which concept refers to norms that are written down and formally enforced? A) Folkways B) Mores C) Laws D) Customs Q4.'Social control' refers to: A) Government control over media B) Informal and formal mechanisms for enforcing norms C) Private control over businesses D) Religious control over social norms Correct the statement:- 1.Out groups are characterized by a sense of belonging. 2.Max Weber gave the difference between ascribed status and achieved status. 3.Indirect relationship is one of the characteristics of the primary group. Assertion -Reason Question:- i.Assertion (A): Sociological concepts are abstract tools used to analyze social phenomena. Reason (R): These concepts help sociologists to understand, define, and differentiate various social issues and themes. a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. c)A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.
- 2. ii.Assertion (A): In the early stage of sociology’s emergence there were contrary and contesting understanding of society. Reason (R): If for Karl Marx class class and conflict were key concepts to understand society ,social solidarity and collective conscience were key terms for Emile Durkheim. a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. c)A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true. ii.Assertion (A): Any gathering of people constitute a social group Reason (R): Social groups emerge, change and get modified. a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. c)A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true. Short Answer type Questions:- i.What is Class Struggle according to Karl Marx? ii.What do you mean by the term status? Explain its two types. iii.Explain quasi group with examples. iv.Mention few characteristics of social groups. Long Answer type Questions:- i. Discuss the significance of "deviance" in sociology. Provide examples of how deviance can be viewed both positively and negatively within society. ii."Man's life is group life" -- give arguments in favour of this statement. iii.State any four points of difference between community and society. iv.Describe the interplay between status, prestige, and social control, highlighting how these elements shape individuals' behavior within society. V. “Caste is a closed stratification while class is an open stratification.” Explain the statement. Passage based Question: 1.A law is a formal sanction defined by the government as a rule or principle that its citizens must follow. Laws are explicit. They are applicable to the whole society. And a violation of the law attracts penalties and punishment. If in your home children are not allowed to stay outdoors after sundown, that is a norm. It is specific to your family and may not be applicable to all families. However, if you are caught stealing a gold necklace from someone else’s home, you have violated the universally accepted law of private property and can be sent to jail after trial as punishment. Q.state how Law and Norm differ. 4 2.In many societies, including in many parts of India, the line of descent and inheritance passes from father to son. This is understood as a patrilineal system. Keeping in mind that women tend not to get property rights, the Government of India in the aftermath of the Kargil War decided that financial compensation for the death of Indian soldiers should go to their widows so that they were provided for. Q.What do you think is the reason due to which the Government of India decided after the Kargil war that the widows should get the amount of compensation for the death of Indian soldiers? 4