Sociology / Unit 4 Soc 0475 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Role
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The idea
A role is the set of behaviors, obligations, and expectations attached to a status, defining what its occupant is supposed to do.
In practice
The status of juror carries a role: attend, listen, deliberate, and decide by a stated standard.
Where people slip
Status is the position; role is the performance the position requires.
Your place on the trail
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