12 Questions
According to the social dynamic cyclical theory, how is social change viewed?
As a gradual process that every society needs to go through
What does cycle theory see change as?
Something that repeats itself
According to the text, what is not clear in the pattern of change?
The boundaries/characteristics between primitive, traditional, and modern lifestyles
Who explained his views on the cyclical theory in his work 'Muqaddimah'?
Ibn Khaldun
Which region was Ibn Khaldun born in?
Tunisia, North Africa
What does Ibn Khaldun examine in his work 'Muqaddimah'?
Influence of physical environment on humans and various cultural phenomena
According to Ibn Khaldun, what is the perspective of Chinese society towards change?
They see change as cyclical and have a love for antiquity/tradition
What did Oswald Spengler believe about the life cycle of great civilizations?
They experience a process of birth, growth, and collapse, revolving around a thousand years
According to Spengler's influential work, what is the basis for changes in the cycle perspective?
Gradual development starting from birth, then maturity, decline, and finally rebirth
What law of nature did Spengler believe governs the life and development of a culture?
Fatum - the law of nature dictating that every event will happen again or repeat itself
According to Pitirim Sorokin, what characterizes the level of ideational culture?
Traditional values and supernatural beliefs
What did Sorokin state about human civilization or social change?
It occurs in one cycle and will not end with three levels or types of culture
Test your knowledge of the social dynamic cyclical theory which sees social change as a gradual and repeating process. Explore the concept of societal perfection and the patterns of change within this perspective.
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