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Status

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Status refers to a person's social standing or position in society, which can be influenced by factors such as wealth, occupation, and gender. In the context of the 19th century, status often determined an individual's access to rights, opportunities, and privileges.

Related terms

Gender Roles: Gender roles are societal expectations and norms that define how men and women should behave based on their biological sex.

Social Mobility: Social mobility refers to the ability of individuals or groups to move up or down the social ladder during their lifetime.

Social Stratification: Social stratification is the division of society into different hierarchical layers based on factors such as wealth, occupation, and education.

"Status" appears in:

Subjects (2)

  • AP Art History

  • Intro to Sociology

Practice Questions (1)

  • How did industrialization affect the role and status of women in society during the 19th century?

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