10 Questions
What does the sociological imagination require us to do?
Think ourselves away from the familiar routines of our daily lives
What is 'society' according to sociologists?
A group of people with common cultural features living in a bounded territory
What forms the social structure of a society?
Enduring patterns formed by relationships among people, groups, and institutions
What does the sociological imagination allow us to see regarding personal tragedies like divorce and unemployment?
They are also public/collective matters that reflect larger social trends
How are human societies different from rigid building structures?
Human societies are in a process of structuration and are always evolving
What is sociology?
The study of human life, social groups, and whole societies
Why does sociology insist on taking a broader view?
To realize the complexity and contradictions of the world
What is the scope of sociology?
Analysis of international relations and global forms of terrorism
Why does sociology teach us to take a broader view?
To challenge our perception of what is natural and inevitable
What types of societies does sociology investigate?
Whole societies, from various historical periods and geographical locations
Test your knowledge about the basic concepts and principles of sociology with this quiz. Explore the scientific study of human society, social relationships, and institutions.
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