Culture
what is culture?
The beliefs, values, and behaviors shared by a group
what is sociology?
the study of society and human behavior
what is a social group?
people who interact and share something
what is deviance?
Behavior that breaks norms
You stand in line at a store without being told. What is this an example of?
A norm
what are norms?
Rules or expectations for behavior
what do sociologists study?
Groups of people, not just indivduals
what is a primary group?
close, personal group (family, friends)
what is social control?
ways society keep people in line
saying "thank you" to someone is what type of norm?
Folkway
what is value?
A belief about what is good or important
who is known as the "father of sociology?
Auguste comte
what is a secondary group?
More formal, less personal group (school,work)
what is a law?
A rule made by the goverment
Feeling awkward on the first day at a new school is an example of what?
Culture shock
What is material culture?
Physical objects (clothes, phones, buildings)
what is society?
A group of people who share a culture
what is peer pressure?
influence from others to act a certain way
what is a formal sanction?
official punishment (like a fine or jail)
Wearing trendy clothes because your friends do is an example of what?
confomrity
What is nonmaterial culture?
Beliefs, values, language, norms
Why is sociology important?
It helps us understand people and social problems
what is conformity?
Changing behavior to fit in
what is an informal sanction?
Unofficial reaction (like being judged or praised)
Getting grounded for breaking a rule is what?
A negative sanction