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ZIMSEC Sociology Questions at The A Level On The Topic of Socialization

The document provides a list of sociology questions related to the topic of socialization for A level students, specifically referencing the ZIMSEC examination framework. It includes questions that cover various aspects of socialization, such as identity development, agents of socialization, and the impact of culture and norms. The questions are designed to encourage critical thinking and application of sociological concepts.

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ZIMSEC Sociology Questions at The A Level On The Topic of Socialization

The document provides a list of sociology questions related to the topic of socialization for A level students, specifically referencing the ZIMSEC examination framework. It includes questions that cover various aspects of socialization, such as identity development, agents of socialization, and the impact of culture and norms. The questions are designed to encourage critical thinking and application of sociological concepts.

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Please clarify if you want ZIMSEC sociology questions at the A level on the topic of

socialization.

ZIMSEC (Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council) is the body that examines students in
Zimbabwe. It is possible that past examination papers may be available from that
organization.

In the meantime, here are some questions on socialization from the reference text,
Introduction to Sociology, 3e, OpenStax.

1. Compare and contrast Charles Horton Cooley’s “looking-glass self” with George
Herbert Mead’s theory of identity development.
2. Describe how socialization occurs through micro-level interactions. What are some
examples of this?
3. Identify which agent of socialization has the strongest effect on your socialization.
Explain why.
4. Why do sociologists consider the process of aging as a form of socialization?
5. What are some rites of passage that you have experienced? How did they affect your
sense of self? Were there any new responsibilities associated with these passages?
6. Give an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy. How might this concept apply to a
student’s experience in education?
7. What is the difference between assimilation and amalgamation? Identify an example
of each.
8. Describe three ways that family can affect a child’s socialization.
9. What are some ways that the hidden curriculum might reinforce class differences?
10. What are some examples of popular culture that might reinforce gender stereotypes?
11. Identify an example of a behavior that is considered deviant that was once considered
acceptable. Why do you think this change occurred?
12. What is the difference between deviance and crime?
13. Explain the difference between labeling theory and differential association.
14. What are the primary differences between conflict theory, structural functionalism,
and symbolic interactionism?
15. What are some examples of informal norms? How do they differ from formal norms?
16. What is social control? What are some of the costs and benefits of social control?
17. What is the difference between mores and folkways? Give an example of each.
18. What is the difference between role strain and role conflict? Give an example of each.
19. Explain the difference between achieved status and ascribed status. Provide an
example of each.
20. What is the difference between role taking and role making? Provide an example of
each.
21. Explain the difference between primary groups and secondary groups. Provide an
example of each.
22. What is the difference between an in-group and an out-group?
23. Explain the difference between instrumental and expressive leaders. Provide an
example of each.
24. What is the difference between conformity and obedience?
25. What is the difference between social loafing and diffusion of responsibility? Provide
an example of each.
26. What is the difference between authority and power?

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