Intro to Sociology
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What does the term 'sociology' primarily mean?

  • The study of history
  • The study of society (correct)
  • The study of the economy
  • The study of human behavior

    • Sociology is solely concerned with large-scale institutions and does not study individual relationships.

    False

    Who suggested that sociology can be understood as the study of people 'doing things together'?

    Howard Becker

    Sociology compares the _______ and the _______ in order to understand society.

    <p>past</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes sociology's approach compared to economics?

    <p>Examines a range of social institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sociology is interested in societies at all levels of development.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key trait of humans that sociology emphasizes?

    <p>Human social nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sociological perspective emphasize?

    <p>The relationship between individuals and external social forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The expert's mind is associated with being open to new experiences and learning new things.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced the concept of 'beginner’s mind' in the context of sociology?

    <p>Bernard McGrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Practicing __________ focuses on being present in the moment and can help in achieving a new way of seeing things.

    <p>mindfulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Sociological Perspective = An approach that emphasizes external social forces Beginner’s Mind = A mindset open to new experiences and learning Expert’s Mind = A mindset filled with assumptions and preconceived notions Mindfulness = The practice of being present in the moment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of adopting a sociological perspective?

    <p>To achieve a personal paradigm shift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'paradigm shift' refers to remaining within established beliefs and frameworks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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