Class and Poverty: Exploring the Interconnections

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of poverty for children?

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Enhanced cognitive development

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Increased risk of chronic health conditions

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Reduced educational attainment

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Increased likelihood of experiencing homelessness

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a component of Pierre Bourdieu's theory of social class?

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Political power

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Economic capital

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Social capital

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Cultural capital

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a widely recognized theory of poverty?

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Trickle-down theory

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Structural theory

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Culture of poverty theory

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Human capital theory

Question 4

According to which sociological perspective is poverty primarily caused by systemic inequalities and social structures?

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Conflict theory

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Structural functionalism

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Symbolic interactionism

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Social constructivism

Question 5

Which social policy approach emphasizes the redistribution of wealth through progressive taxation?

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Progressive taxation

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Universal basic income

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Minimum wage policies

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Social insurance schemes

Question 6

What is a criticism of the culture of poverty theory?

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It absolves society of responsibility for poverty.

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It fosters empathy for those in poverty.

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It recognizes the impact of history on poverty.

Question 7

Which sociological perspective prioritizes the influence of structural factors such as economic inequality and discrimination in perpetuating poverty?

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Conflict perspective

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Functionalist perspective

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Interactionist perspective

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Symbolic interactionist perspective

Question 8

Which government policy has been criticized for potentially exacerbating poverty?

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Austerity measures

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Universal basic income

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Progressive taxation

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Rent control

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a key determinant of an individual's class position in the UK?

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Age

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Occupation

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Income

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Educational qualifications

Question 10

The term 'squeezed middle' refers to the:

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Decline in the number of middle-class households due to wage stagnation

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Growing gap between the top 1% and the rest of society

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Increase in income inequality between the richest and poorest

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Growing number of people in poverty

Question 11

What is the concept of 'relative poverty'?

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Poverty defined in relation to the average living standards of a society

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Poverty defined by a fixed income threshold

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Poverty defined by a person's ability to meet their basic needs

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Poverty defined by a person's lack of access to education

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of poverty influenced by class?

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Genetic predisposition to poverty

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Limited access to healthcare

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Low educational attainment

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Substandard housing conditions

Question 13

How does class structure contribute to poverty?

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By creating a system where certain groups have limited access to resources and opportunities.

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By promoting meritocracy, ensuring only the most deserving individuals achieve economic success.

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By providing a safety net for those who fall into poverty, thus preventing them from experiencing its worst effects.

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Class structure does not play a significant role in contributing to poverty.

Question 14

How does class intersect with other forms of social inequality, such as race and gender?

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Class can amplify or mitigate the effects of other forms of inequality.

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Class is independent of other forms of inequality, and its effects are not influenced by them.

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Class always overrides other forms of inequality, making them irrelevant.

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Class has no bearing on other forms of inequality.

Question 15

What are the ethical implications of poverty?

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Poverty raises questions about social justice and the fair distribution of resources.

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Poverty is a natural and inevitable part of society, and we do not have an ethical responsibility to address it.

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Poverty is primarily the result of individual choices and should not be a concern for society as a whole.

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Ethical concerns about poverty should not be considered because they are subjective.

Question 16

Which of the following is a significant factor that contributes to the relationship between class and poverty?

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Discrimination

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Genetics

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Age

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Climate

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of poverty associated with lower-class status?

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High levels of educational attainment

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Limited employment opportunities

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Food insecurity

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Poor housing conditions

Question 18

Which theoretical perspective emphasizes the role of social structure in shaping class and poverty experiences?

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Structuralism

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Postmodernism

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Social constructivism

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Symbolic interactionism

Question 19

How does poverty affect the mental health of individuals from lower socioeconomic classes?

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Increased risk of depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues

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Enhanced resilience

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Stronger social support networks

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Improved coping mechanisms

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of an intervention aimed at reducing poverty among lower-class individuals?

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Providing affordable housing programs

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Reducing government spending on social welfare programs

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Increasing military spending

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Lowering taxes for the wealthy

Question 21

How can research on class and poverty contribute to social policy development?

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Informing evidence-based interventions and policies aimed at reducing poverty and its effects on different classes.

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Supporting punitive measures against individuals in poverty

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Providing justification for reducing social welfare programs