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Problems on System Dynamics - Exam 1 | ISS 215, Exams of Introduction to Sociology

Michigan State University (MSU)Introduction to Sociology
Prof. Fayyaz Hussain

Material Type: Exam; Professor: Hussain; Class: Soc Different & Inequality (D); Subject: Integrative Studies Social Sci; University: Michigan State University;

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ISS 215 ~ Spring 2012
Social Inequality
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1 ISS 215 ~ Spring 2012 Social Inequality EXAM 2 (Form A) Name: ________________________________________ Student Number: ________________________________ IMPORTANT: This exam is the property of Center for Integrative Studies at Michigan State University. Reproduction and sale of this exam in any form is prohibited

9 Lectures

  1. U.S. Highway system performs a very important role for its economy. Which one of the following variables heavily depends upon this system? A. Production B. Distribution C. Access D. All of the above
  2. In which societies, things are produced for use not profit? A. Capitalists Societies B. Welfare Societies C. Socialist Societies D. Both B and C
  3. In which nations, growth of capital is relatively slow? A. Capitalist societies B. Welfare societies C. Developed societies D. Industrial societies
  4. In our class we used the story of Woks being sold on TV. Which one of the following relates to this story? A. Advertising is manipulative system B. Advertising creates perceived desire for products that are not necessary C. Advertising influences the contents of mass media D. Advertising creates planned artificial obsolescence
  5. In our class, we watched a video on Thailand and India. In this example, what kind of jobs were going out of the USA? A. Manufacturing jobs B. Service jobs C. Both Manufacturing and service jobs D. None of the above
  6. According to the data on presented in our class, who pays the largest amount of taxes in Michigan? A. The rich people of Michigan B. Businesses and corporations of Michigan C. Ordinary people of Michigan D. Both A and B
  7. In our lectures, we used the story of seven years old Danai Peterson, who was arrested from Quality Dairy, searched, and finger printed by the East Lansing police. What did she do? A. She stole money from a customer B. She hit another kid C. She bit her mom D. She stole a candy
  8. Which one of the following is an example of flat tax? A. Sales tax B. Income tax C. Property tax D. All of the above
  9. Which one of the following organizations is responsible for making rules and regulations on international trade?

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  1. Which one of the following statements best describes Marxist's point of view? A. People who dominate religion dominate politics B. People who dominate economy dominate politics C. People who dominate military dominate economy D. People who dominate religion dominate politics
  2. In his book Prince, Machiavelli listed a number of strategies to rule a nation. Which one of the following is one of those strategies? A. Promote justice and equality B. Scare people from outside threat C. Avoid using excessive force against your people D. Promote secularism
  3. We discussed a number of reasons that created the need for formal political institutions. Which one of the following is one of them? A. Cultural heterogeneity B. Industrial division of labor C. Anonymity and individualism D. All of the above
  4. According to C.W. Mills, dramatic social changes are always resisted by the elites. Why? A. Fear of religious fundamentalism B. Fear of chaos in society C. Fear of national disintegration D. Fear of change in power structure
  5. Prior to the introduction of formal educational system, which institution was responsible for transmission of knowledge and skills for fishing, farming, and carpentry? A. Political institutions B. Economic institutions C. Religious institutions D. Family
  6. It was argued in our lectures that educational institutions promote and strengthen social inequality. Which one of the following statements supports this argument? A. Educational institutions promotion conservatism and biased values B. Educational institutions are class based C. Educational institutions create adults who are obedient, submissive, and with right attitude D. All of the above
  7. According to G.H. Mead, what is Me? A. Natural and instinctive component of personality B. Socialized component of personality C. Creative part of personality D. Genetic component of personality
  8. In our class we talked about Front Stage and back stage behavior of a waitress. Which one

9 of her behavior is a good example of looking glass theory? A. Front stage behavior B. Back stage behavior C. Both A and B D. None of the above

  1. According to Looking Glass Theory which one of the following personality characteristics are natural and biological? A. Creativity B. Obedience C. Manners D. None of the above
  2. The story of "David and Snake" was used to illustrate? A. Social inequality B. Social stratification C. Race and ethnicity D. Power of socialization
  3. It was argued in our lectures that love between a child and mother is a result of? A. Instincts B. Childhood dependence C. Natural D. All of the above
  4. According to Jean Piaget which one of the following plays a significant role in pre-operational stage of a child? A. Looking B. Sucking C. Listening D. Language
  5. Conflict perspective suggests that modern educational institutions have a number of problems. Which of the following is one of them? A. Education as a commercial enterprise B. It creates competition C. It is responsible for sorting, screening, and ranking D. All of the above
  6. According to our lectures, in the last 60 years which one of the following colleges has produced every single prime minister of United Kingdom? A. Oxford University B. Cambridge University C. Royal College of England D. Eton College ASSIGNMENTS Assignment #
  7. According to our discussions, which one of the following countries has the lowest life expectancy? A. Niger B. Nigeria C. Zambia D. USA
  8. Which one of the following nations has the lowest GDP per capita? A. Malawi B. Kenya C. Niger D. Sudan
  9. Which countries tend to have higher adult literacy rates? A. Under-developed countries B. Developing countries

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  1. Which one of the following is one of the reasons given by the author for the rising wage inequalities? A. Economic restructuring B. Expanding trade C. Changing technology D. All of the above
  2. What do Frank and Cook mean by Winner Take All? A. Only a few corporations in the USA enjoy the maximum benefits of the capitalist system B. Only a few executives at the top enjoy the maximum benefits of the capitalist system C. The Billionaires are the ones who enjoy the maximum benefits of the capitalist system in the USA D. All of the above Chapter 4: Wealth and Income
  3. Author presents an imaginary parade of people in this chapter. Where in this parade struggle to succeed is relatively less competitive? A. In the beginning of the race B. In the middle of this race C. Towards the end of the race D. In all of the above phases of race
  4. The story of Gulliver’s travels was used in our class to illustrate: A. Competition among the rich and powerful B. Competition among politicians C. Competition among the rich and poor D. Competition among athletes Chapter 5: Socialization, Association, and Values 45. Dating is the first step in the selection process of a spouse. Which one of the following is the first thing that influences your decision to go on a date? A. Feelings of affection/love for your date B. Sense of humor of your date C. Education of your date D. Social and economic class of your date 46. According to the author, what is Cultural and Social Capital? A. Money, machines, and technical knowledge B. Money, machines, and technical knowledge and social relations C. Social relations with educated professionals and other powerful people D. None of the above Chapter 6: Social Mobility: The Societal Context
  5. According to the author, lately what has been the trend in social mobility? A. There has been lot more upward social mobility B. There has been more downward social mobility C. There has been no social mobility at all D. There has been no clear trend in social mobility

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  1. According to the author what is the most important variable that helps women in upward social mobility? A. Hard work B. Organizational skills C. Education and occupation of father D. All of the above Chapter 7: Family, Education, and Career
  2. According to Jenks, which one of the following variables contributes to half of the variance in occupational attainment? A. Father's occupation B. Parent's education C. Income and race D. All of the above
  3. According to Peter Blau and Duncan, which one of the following variables plays a significant role in the success of adult men in the USA? A. Family background and education B. Race and gender C. Income and race D. All of the above
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