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Quiz: Althusser - Ideological State Apparatus and Legitimation

A-level Sociology 7192 AQA

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Building on what you've learned about education, socialisation, and Marxist views, let's test your understanding of Althusser's concept of ideological state apparatus and its role in society!

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According to Althusser, what is the main role of ideological state apparatuses?

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Which of the following are examples of ideological state apparatuses? (Select all that apply)

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Althusser argues that ideological state apparatuses function primarily to {{blank0}} ruling class ideology and {{blank1}} social inequality.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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What term did Althusser use to describe the process where ruling class ideology is presented as natural and inevitable?

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Which statements reflect Althusser's view of education as an ideological state apparatus? (Select all that apply)

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The {{blank0}} state apparatus uses institutions like the police and military to enforce control, while the {{blank1}} state apparatus uses institutions like schools and the media to subtly shape ideology.

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Which of the following best describes Althusser's concept of 'interpellation'?

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