SAT Humanities - Social Sciences

a social system or practice that keeps minority groups separate from the majority, often through separate facilities or services

the unfair treatment of a person or group based on characteristics such as race, sex, age, or religion

the state of belonging to a certain ethnic group

a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society

the action of striving to bring about social or political reform, especially as a member of an organization with specific objectives

the capacity or power of an individual or entity to take action, make decisions, and influence or control their environment or circumstances

a large group of people who are related to each other

a form of sociopolitical organization in which a centralized authority governs a community or a collection of communities

a group of people organized to work together for a shared purpose or activity

the statistical characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, and ethnicity

the process of people moving from rural areas to urban areas, resulting in the growth of cities and the expansion of urban areas

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

a system of administration organized through departments, defined responsibilities, formal procedures, and hierarchical authority

the process of learning the values, behavior, and norms expected within a society or group

any of the basic freedoms or rights that protect individuals from unfair treatment and ensure equality under the law, regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or other characteristics

the situation or condition that is currently at hand

the process of developing and expanding industries within a region or country, involving the increased production of goods through the use of advanced machinery, technology, and organized labor

people in the highest class of society who have a lot of power and wealth and usually high ranks and titles

kings and queens and any member of their families

a large, important city that serves as a significant economic, political, or cultural center for a region or country

the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

the state of being valid, justifiable, or morally acceptable

the understanding that others have thoughts, feelings, and perspectives that are different from one's own

the deliberate and nonviolent refusal to obey certain laws, demands, or commands of a government or authority, typically as a form of protest

the behavior or attitude that does not follow established norms, conventions, or expectations within a society or group

a person who has been rejected or excluded from a social group or society, often due to their behavior, beliefs, or social status

a person forced to leave their country or home to escape war, persecution, or serious danger

a local administrative unit in certain countries, functioning as the smallest division of government

the outer areas or parts of a city or town

a draining and stressful lifestyle that consists of constantly competing with others for success, wealth, power, etc. and so leaving no room for rest and pleasure

an area with a church of its own that is under the care of a priest

a system that divides the people of a society into different social classes based on their wealth, privilage, or profession

a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society, indicating a person's status or authority within that hierarchy

a person's social rank or position within a structured hierarchy or society

marked by discrimination against or prejudice toward individuals or groups based on their social class

having a low social rank or position, often characterized by modesty

referring to factors or conditions that involve both social and economic aspects

relating to a social system where men hold primary power and authority over women and families

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

showing concern for the well-being of people and acting to improve human welfare

including a wide range of people with different nationalities and cultures

referring to a vision of an ideal society, where everything is flawless or nearly perfect

supporting political or social reform intended to change existing institutions or policies

displaying violent acts for the sake of a social or political aim

characteristic of or relating to a residential area outside a city or town

to treat a person, group, or concept as insignificant or of secondary or minor importance

to officially count and collect information about the members of a population

to integrate into a new environment, often by adopting its language, norms, values, and practices

to help someone to restore to a healthy and independent state after a period of imprisonment, addiction, illness, etc.