Society: Meaning and Characteristics – MCQs

What does the term “society” derive from?

A) Latin word ‘solus’

B) Latin word ‘socius’

C) Greek word ‘sokos’

D) Greek word ‘soma’

How is society viewed in sociology?

A) A static structure

B) A dynamic process

C) A geographical entity

D) A political organization

According to sociologists, what is society?

A) A group of people with common interests

B) A complete pattern of norms of interaction

C) A geographical area with a population

D) A system of political governance

Who referred to society as “the union itself, the organization, the sum of formal relations in which associating individuals are bound together”?

A) Talcott Parson

B) T. LaPierre

C) Anthony Giddings

D) Herbert Spencer

Which of the following is a characteristic of society?

A) Static in nature

B) Isolated from people

C) Abstract in nature

D) Independent of change

What is a defining feature of society?

A) Homogeneity

B) Isolation

C) Interdependence

D) Autonomy

Which type of society is based on large-scale agriculture?

A) Post-industrial society

B) Industrial society

C) Agricultural society

D) Pre-industrial society

Which society is characterized by a complex division of labor based on personal talents and abilities?

A) Pre-industrial society

B) Post-industrial society

C) Industrial society

D) Technological society

What is a distinguishing feature of industrial society compared to pre-industrial society?

A) Homogeneous culture

B) Simple division of labor

C) Non-intimate social relationships

D) Fewer statuses and roles

Which society is based on information, services, and high technology?

A) Industrial society

B) Post-industrial society

C) Pre-industrial society

D) Agricultural society