Unit 2: recap test 1 0.0 / 5 ? SociologySocial inequalityGCSEWJEC Created by: Amanda ArcherCreated on: 10-01-17 18:04 Inequality is where some groups of people have more wealth, better oportunities and may be seen as more important than other groups 1 of 10 Lifestyle The way that people live including their job, car, clothes, health and leisure activities 2 of 10 Wealth The amount of possessions that a person has. This may include money, property and other possessions 3 of 10 Income Money that is received weekly or monthly as wages, benefits or pension 4 of 10 Life Chances Are about opportuities of enjoying the good things in life and avoiding the bad 5 of 10 Status How important a person is seen as in society 6 of 10 Inequality of Opportunity People do not get an equal chance to be successful 7 of 10 Inequality of Outcome Different people will finish with more money, better jobs or lifestyle than others 8 of 10 Prestige How special or important a position is seen as in society 9 of 10 Meritocracy The idea that ability and hard work should bring success in a fair society 10 of 10
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