Social Change: Theories, Drivers, and Impacts - Advanced Diploma in Public Services

Question 1

Social change can have both positive and negative impacts on individuals and society. Which of the following is an example of a negative impact?

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Environmental degradation

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Improved healthcare

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Increased social mobility

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Increased social cohesion

Question 2

Which of the following is a characteristic of a post-industrial society?

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Service industries are the dominant economic sector

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Agriculture is the dominant economic sector

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Manufacturing is the dominant economic sector

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Natural resources are the primary source of wealth

Question 3

The concept of 'social construction' suggests that our understanding of reality is:

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Subjective and shaped by our social experiences

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Objective and unchanging

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Based on universal truths

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Derived from our biological instincts

Question 4

The process of globalization refers to the increasing:

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Interconnectedness and interdependence of people and societies around the world

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Isolation of countries from one another

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Domination of the world by a single superpower

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Decline of nation-states

Question 5

According to conflict theory, social change is driven by:

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Competition and conflict

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Consensus and cooperation

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Gradual evolution

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Technological innovation

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a commonly recognized factor driving social change?

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Diurnal fluctuations

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Technological advancements

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Economic conditions

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Cultural values

Question 7

According to Talcott Parsons' theory of social change, which mechanism is considered essential for maintaining social stability and promoting progress?

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Structural differentiation

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Social conflict

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Cultural diffusion

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Revolution

Question 8

What is the term used to describe the process by which ideas, innovations, or cultural practices spread from one society to another?

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Social diffusion

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

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Encapsulation

Question 9

Which of the following concepts refers to the division of labor and specialization of roles within a society?

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Structural differentiation

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Social stratification

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Social mobility

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Bureaucratization

Question 10

Which sociological theory of social change emphasizes the role of inequality, power dynamics, and class struggle?

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Conflict theory

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Functionalist theory

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Symbolic interactionism

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Rational choice theory

Question 11

What is the process by which individuals adopt the values, beliefs, and behaviors of a new culture while maintaining some aspects of their original culture?

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

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Encapsulation

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Integration

Question 12

Identify a characteristic of social change that accurately describes its nature.

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Nonlinear

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Predictable

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Uniform

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Static

Question 13

According to Karl Marx's theory, which factor is considered the primary driving force behind social change?

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Economic conflict

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Cultural shifts

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Political ideologies

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Technological advancements

Question 14

Which of the following factors contributes to maintaining stability within a society?

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Shared values and norms

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Constant conflict

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Rapid technological advancements

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High levels of social inequality

Question 15

Define the concept of "social integration" in the context of sociology.

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The level of interconnectedness between individuals and their social institutions

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The intensity of social conflict

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The availability of social welfare programs

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The degree of equality within a society

Question 16

What is the main objective of action research in the field of social work?

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To generate knowledge and enhance practice

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To provide direct support to individuals

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To evaluate the effectiveness of specific interventions

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To advocate for social justice

Question 17

Identify the argument that is not related to the role of public services in addressing social change:

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Privatizing public services is necessary to increase efficiency.

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Public services should prioritize providing essential services such as healthcare and education.

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Public services should be restructured to meet the evolving needs of society.

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Public services should enhance their accountability toward the communities they serve.

Question 18

Which sociological theory emphasizes the role of conflict, competition, and power dynamics in driving social change?

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Conflict theory

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Functionalist theory

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Symbolic interactionism

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Social exchange theory

Question 19

How can social change potentially affect individuals?

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Increased opportunities for social mobility

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Exclusively negative consequences for society

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Only benefiting specific population groups

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Always leading to social unrest

Question 20

Which characteristic accurately describes the nature of social change?

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Can occur gradually or rapidly

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Always positive and beneficial

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Is easily predictable and controllable

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Only affects small and isolated groups

Question 21

What is a primary role of public services in responding to social change?

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To provide support and assistance during social transitions

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To remain passive and uninvolved in social change processes

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To actively promote social change at any cost

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To prevent social change from occurring

Question 22

Which of the following is a limitation of using historical data to study social change?

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It cannot predict future trends

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It can provide insights into patterns and trends

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It is easy to collect and analyze

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It is always reliable and accurate

Question 23

What is the concept of 'social lag'?

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The delay between technological innovation and social adaptation

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The rapid acceleration of social change

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The resistance to social change

Question 24

Which of the following is an example of cultural diffusion?

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The spread of K-pop music from South Korea to the United States

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The development of new technologies in the United Kingdom

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The decline of traditional industries in Japan

Question 25

What is a key challenge for policymakers when addressing social change?

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Balancing the interests of different groups

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Preventing all negative consequences of change

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Predicting the exact timing and extent of change

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Ignoring public opinion

Question 26

Which of the following is a potential ethical concern related to social change?

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The unequal distribution of benefits and costs

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The lack of public involvement in decision-making

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The inevitability of social change

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The potential for social unrest