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GST 112 Study Session 1: GST103: Culture and Society Objective Question
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What is the major difference between inclusive roles and segmental roles?
Options
A Inclusive roles are paid while segmental roles are voluntary
B Inclusive roles span multiple contexts of interaction while segmental roles are specific and unrelated
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C Inclusive roles are only for leaders while segmental roles are for common people
D Inclusive roles are modern while segmental roles are traditional
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In communal societies with inclusive roles, people interact across many contexts. In associational societies with segmental roles, people play 'many different and frequently unrelated roles' in separate contexts.

Hint

Think of the difference between a small village where your neighbour is also your cousin, versus a city where your neighbour is a stranger you never speak to.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 1: GST103: Culture and Society
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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