What Do Sociologists Call a Ceremony or Process That Requires

question 62

Multiple Choice

What do sociologists call a ceremony or process that requires a new member of a group to abandon his or her old self-perceptions and understandings and assume a new identity?

• A) a transformative reawakening
• B) resocialization
• C) primary socialization
• D) an initiation rite

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Definitions:

Ethical Decision-Making

The process of evaluating and choosing among alternatives in a manner consistent with ethical principles.

Connectiveness

The state or quality of being connected or interconnected, often referring to social bonds or technological connections.

Relationships

Connections or associations between two or more entities, ranging from interpersonal to international levels.

Abstract Reasoning

The process of thinking about things in a conceptual or symbolic way, often involving the ability to understand complex concepts and perceive relationships without relying on concrete real-world examples.