A Level Sociology OCR Practice Exam

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In her study of working-class women, what did Skeggs claim about her parents' desires for her?

  1. They wanted her independence

  2. They desired social reproduction

  3. They aimed for respectability

  4. They encouraged her to rebel

The correct answer is: They aimed for respectability

Skeggs highlighted that her parents desired for her to achieve respectability. This reflects the aspirations that many working-class families have for their children, aiming for them to attain a certain status in society that often is associated with moral standards and social approval. The emphasis on respectability can be understood in the context of wanting to move beyond the limitations of their own social class, seeking a better life for their children that includes education, stable employment, and social acceptance. In this context, the other options, while relevant to discussions around class and family expectations, do not capture the core of Skeggs' findings as they relate to the significance of respectability in the lives of working-class women and their families.

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