5 Questions
What are the main causes for change to social groups, according to Durkheim?
Changing population density and technology
What did Durkheim refer to as moral density?
The way in which people interact with each other and how often they do this
What term did Durkheim use to describe the nature of the relationship between individuals in closely knit groups like ancient nomadic communities?
Mechanical solidarity
What do individuals in small groups, such as ancient nomadic communities, do to ensure basic needs are met?
Work closely together to hunt for and gather food, repair shelters, and defend shared interests
What did Durkheim identify as the factors that led to changing roles of individuals in social groups?
Increased moral density resulting from changing social units
Test your knowledge of Emile Durkheim's sociological theories and concepts, including social group formation, change, and interaction between individuals.
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