Hanging Tongues: a Sociological Encounter with the Assembly Line WILLIAM

question 11

Multiple Choice

Hanging Tongues: A Sociological Encounter with the Assembly Line WILLIAM E. THOMPSON
-Thompson sees the workers' purchases-cars, vans, motorcycles, etc.-as:

• A) a symbol of their solidarity and common identity with one another
• B) the fruits of their labor
• C) an effort to assimilate into American culture, since most were originally from Latin America and Asia
• D) a coping mechanism-substitutes for their low status and undesirable jobs
• E) a sign of status aspiration and a desire to have a better life than their parents

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Definitions:

Deviant Workplace Behaviours

Actions by employees that violate organizational norms, policies, or ethics, potentially harming the organization or its members.

Organizational Citizenship Behaviours

Activities performed by employees that are not part of their formal job requirements but contribute to the wellbeing and efficiency of the organization.

Emotional Stability

A personality trait reflecting the extent to which an individual is calm, secure, and steady.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by diligence, meticulousness, and a strong sense of duty.