Describe, in detail, the difference between a class society and a caste society, including a discussion of ascribed and achieved status and upward and downward mobility. Present an argument for whether you think the United States is a class society or a caste society.
What will be an ideal response?
Varies. Caste society: a social system in which social status is given for life. Caste societies are closed to social mobility. Class society: a social system in which social level is open to movement so that changing class status is possible. Class society generally based on achieved status: an individual's social position is linked to his or her acquisition of socially valued credentials or skills. Caste society generally based on ascribed status: an individual's social position is linked to characteristics that are socially significant but cannot generally be altered (such as race or gender). Upward mobility possible in class society, generally isn't possible in a caste society. Argument could include discussion of difficulty in changing classes in the United States, despite common wisdom saying that it's possible. Could also discuss race still being a caste system in the United States.
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