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GST 112 Study Session 1: GST103: Culture and Society Objective Question

Question

What characterises an associational society in terms of social roles?
Options
A A proliferation of social roles
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B Very few social roles
C Only inherited roles
D Only economic roles
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Associational society is 'characterised by a marked division of labour and a proliferation of social roles' where individuals 'play many different and frequently unrelated roles.'

Hint

One person can be a doctor, a parent, a church member, a volunteer, and a sports fan simultaneously.

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