The Social Group Viewed as the One with Which a Person

question 203

Multiple Choice

The social group viewed as the one with which a person identifies is called a(n) __________.

• A) pariah
• B) in-group
• C) threat-group
• D) out-group

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Definitions:

Dominant Class

The dominant class refers to the group of people in a society who hold the most power, wealth, and prestige, often dictating the primary cultural, political, and economic directions.

Linguistic Domination

The control or supremacy of one language over others, often leading to the suppression or decline of minority languages.

Power Theory

A theory in sociology and political science that examines the distribution and effects of power within societies.

Social Controls

Mechanisms, strategies, and institutions by which society regulates individual and group behavior, aiming to conform to societal norms and rules.