Bell RingerBell RingerName 3 of your values and why you have them.

NormsNormsRules of defining appropriate and

inappropriate behavior. Example “A Hindu peasant can

be found laying dead of starvation next to a perfectly healthy cow.”

FolkwaysFolkwaysNorms that lack moral

significance. “Removing your hat in church.”We may avoid them, but if we

don’t do them we’re not condemned.

Mores (MOR-ays)Mores (MOR-ays)“Norms that have moral

dimensions and that should be followed by members of society.”

Able-bodied men who do not work are scorned.

TabooTabooA rule of behavior, the violation

of which calls for strong punishment.

“The incest taboo is generally regarded as the only taboo that is present in all societies.”

LawLawA norm that is formally defined

and enforced by officials.“Consciously created.”

SanctionsSanctionsRewards and punishments used

to encourage people to follow norms.

Formal – sanctions imposed by persons given special authority.

Informal – can be applied by most members of a group

ValuesValuesBroad ideas about what is good

or desirable shared by people in society.

Values FORM the basis of norms.

Basic Values in the U.S.Basic Values in the U.S.Achievement and SuccessActivity and WorkEfficiency and PracticalityEqualityDemocracyGroup Superiority

Identify as a folkway, more, Identify as a folkway, more, law, or valuelaw, or value1. Cursing in church2. Eating 3 daily meals3. Burning a national flag4. Sleeping in a bed5. Murder6. Freedom