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Assignment 3 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number:
Due Date: July 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1. False – Foucault believes power is dispersed throughout society and is not held
only by dominant classes.
1.2. True – This is a central feature of traditional Marxist theory.
1.3. True – The passage explains this as a key element of Foucault’s theory.
1.4. True – Foucault emphasizes discursive and institutional sources of power, not
just economic ones.
1.5. True – His ideas about surveillance and normalization apply to modern issues
like digital monitoring.
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QUESTION 1
1.1. False – Foucault believes power is dispersed throughout society and is not
held only by dominant classes.
1.2. True – This is a central feature of traditional Marxist theory.
1.3. True – The passage explains this as a key element of Foucault’s theory.
1.4. True – Foucault emphasizes discursive and institutional sources of power, not
just economic ones.
1.5. True – His ideas about surveillance and normalization apply to modern issues
like digital monitoring.
1.6. False – Marx focuses on economic class conflict as the main form of power
struggle.
1.7. False – Foucault rejects the idea that power is only about economics; he
explores broader social and discursive power.
1.8. True – His theory includes various forms of domination beyond class, making
it more flexible.
1.9. True – This is a known critique of Foucault’s work.
1.10. True – Such integration would allow for a more comprehensive understanding
of power dynamics.
QUESTION 2
2.1 Student Subculture
A student subculture refers to a group of learners within a school who develop their
own distinct values, norms, and behaviors, often in opposition to the official norms
and expectations of the educational institution. Paul Willis's study of "the lads" at
Hammertown Boys School shows how working-class boys formed a subculture that
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 3 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number:
Due Date: July 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1. False – Foucault believes power is dispersed throughout society and is not held
only by dominant classes.
1.2. True – This is a central feature of traditional Marxist theory.
1.3. True – The passage explains this as a key element of Foucault’s theory.
1.4. True – Foucault emphasizes discursive and institutional sources of power, not
just economic ones.
1.5. True – His ideas about surveillance and normalization apply to modern issues
like digital monitoring.
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
, +27 67 171 1739
QUESTION 1
1.1. False – Foucault believes power is dispersed throughout society and is not
held only by dominant classes.
1.2. True – This is a central feature of traditional Marxist theory.
1.3. True – The passage explains this as a key element of Foucault’s theory.
1.4. True – Foucault emphasizes discursive and institutional sources of power, not
just economic ones.
1.5. True – His ideas about surveillance and normalization apply to modern issues
like digital monitoring.
1.6. False – Marx focuses on economic class conflict as the main form of power
struggle.
1.7. False – Foucault rejects the idea that power is only about economics; he
explores broader social and discursive power.
1.8. True – His theory includes various forms of domination beyond class, making
it more flexible.
1.9. True – This is a known critique of Foucault’s work.
1.10. True – Such integration would allow for a more comprehensive understanding
of power dynamics.
QUESTION 2
2.1 Student Subculture
A student subculture refers to a group of learners within a school who develop their
own distinct values, norms, and behaviors, often in opposition to the official norms
and expectations of the educational institution. Paul Willis's study of "the lads" at
Hammertown Boys School shows how working-class boys formed a subculture that
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
