Question

Which of the following is an agent of socialization?
a. a grandparent
c. TV
b. school
d. all of the above

In the United States, the primary agents of socialization include
a. family and peer groups.
c. the school.
b. mass media.
d. all of the above

Answer 1

The answer to the 2nd one is D all of the above

Answer 2

Question 1

The correct answer is D.

Family, peers, school and mass media are considered the four main socialization agents. All of them are mainly connected with childhood, as it is the stage of human life where most of the socialization processes occur.

Question 2

The correct answer is A.

Family is the first agent of socialization. Family members are the first ones who influence on a child, teaching things to him: how to use ordinary objects, how to establish relationships with others and every other thing about how the world works.  

The peer group is inmediately the next agent. It is constituted by a group of kids who share age, interests and status. These start at early ages and continue when they become teenagers. Peer groups intensely shape the personality of children.