Worksheet: Terms, Concepts and their Use in Sociology | Sociology Class 11 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: Social groups are defined as a collection of continuously interacting persons who share common ___________, cultures, values, and norms within a given society.

Q2: Quasi groups are aggregates that lack structure or organization and are often termed as ___________.

Q3: In a primary group, there is a high level of ___________ and face-to-face association, such as in a family or village.

Q4: The feeling of "we" exists in an ___________, while there is a lack of it in an out-group.

Q5: Community refers to human relationships that are highly ___________, intimate, and enduring.

Q6: Membership in a community is ___________, as individuals are born into it.

Q7: A group that acts as a model for an individual or group is known as a ___________ group.

Q8: Peer groups are typically composed of individuals of the ___________ age.

Q9: A group of people in the same place at the same time with no definite connection with each other is termed as a ___________ group.

Q10: ___________ and ___________ are examples of quasi groups.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: Quasi groups lack structure or organization.
Reason: Quasi groups are always aware of their existence.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Both the assertion and reason are false.

Q2: Assertion: Primary groups have a small size and a sense of physical proximity.
Reason: Primary groups are formed for fulfilling special interests.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Both the assertion and reason are false.

Q3: Assertion: Community is concrete.
Reason: Society is a network of relationships that cannot be seen or touched.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Both the assertion and reason are false.

Q4: Assertion: Membership in a community is compulsory.
Reason: Membership of an association is voluntary.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Both the assertion and reason are false.

Q5: Assertion: Peer groups are typically of the same age.
Reason: Peer groups are formed to pursue similar activities.
(a) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
(b) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion
(c) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
(d) Both the assertion and reason are false.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Define social group in sociology.

Q2: What is the key characteristic of a quasi group?

Q3: Give an example of a primary group.

Q4: What is the primary difference between an in-group and an out-group?

Q5: How does a community differ from a society?

Q6: What is a reference group?

Q7: Provide an example of a peer group.

Q8: What are quasi groups, and how are they formed into social groups?

Q9: What is the main difference between a primary group and a secondary group?

Q10: Explain the concept of an in-group.

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the significance of terms and concepts in sociology.

Q2: Explain the characteristics of social groups.

Q3: Provide examples of primary and secondary groups.

Q4: Differentiate between a community and a society.

Q5: Describe the role of reference groups in influencing individuals.

Q6: Compare and contrast in-groups and out-groups.

Q7: Discuss the key differences between community and association.

Q8: Why is community sentiment important in building a sense of community?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the concept of quasi groups and how they can transform into social groups. Provide examples to illustrate your points.

Q2: Compare and contrast primary and secondary groups, highlighting their characteristics and functions.

Q3: Explain the differences between community and society, emphasizing their nature, boundaries, and existence.

Q4: Analyze the role of peer groups in shaping individuals' behaviors and values, with examples to support your discussion.