Question No 43: Give an example of an achieved status in society.
Answer: An example of an achieved status is a college graduate who has attained this position through their own efforts and education.
Question No 44: How would you define the concept of a role in society?
Answer: A role represents the expected behavior or specific functions that individuals are anticipated to perform within a social group, based on their status.
Question No 45: What distinguishes a role from a status, and how are they interconnected?
Answer: A status refers to an individual's position or rank in society, while a role represents the expected behavior associated with that status. Status is occupied, while role is played, and they are closely interconnected.
Question No 46: Can you provide an example of an ascribed role and an achieved role?
Answer: An example of an ascribed role is the role of a child, which is typically determined by factors like age and family position. An example of an achieved role is the role of a doctor, which is attained through education and professional development.
Question No 47: What is the essential criterion for defining a group?
Answer: To be considered a group, there must be at least two individuals connected by social relationships with shared goals, norms, structure, roles, and interaction.
Question No 48: Can you differentiate between primary groups and secondary groups?
Answer: Primary groups are characterized by close, enduring relationships, like families and close friends, while secondary groups are larger and goal-oriented, often with impersonal and temporary relationships.
