Sub-cultures and Protest Groups

Flashcards reviewing key concepts related to sub-cultures and protest groups, including definitions, examples, and sociological perspectives.

What is a youth sub-culture?

A sub-culture of adolescents or young adults who are usually distinguishable by their style, dress and/or musical preferences

What is a protest group?

A group of people who protest in order to bring about a change in society

What is a sub-culture?

A group of people within a larger culture which has its own distinctive norms and values

List some issues that protest groups campaign for.

Voting rights, poverty, human and civil rights, environmental issues, animal rights, wars and the arms trade, policing

What is the functionalist point of view on youth sub-cultures?

Sub-cultures offer an outlet for people - especially teenagers - to express their emotions and frustrations

Name some visible youth sub-cultures.

Gyaru, punks, mods, goths, hippies

How can youth sub-cultures be functional for young people?

The sub-culture gives them a group in which they can win status and respect, providing an alternative opportunity structure if their route to success seems blocked.

According to Neo-Marxists, what do youth sub-cultures reveal?

The deep conflicts within society

What is a bedroom sub-culture?

Female sub-cultures where girls got together in their homes, not on the streets, and so were less visible.

What are online sub-cultures?

Groups of people who connect with each other online, through social media or other websites; they share distinct norms and values, often related to a particular interest or issue.