11 Questions
Who coined the term 'sociologie' in 1830?
Isidore Auguste Comte
What does the suffix '-ology' mean?
Study of
In which year did the English word 'sociology' appear?
1843
What is the main function of the institutions in a society?
To meet the physical, social, and psychological needs of the members
Which factor is essential for a social grouping to be considered a society?
Geographical territory and political authority
What is the role of dominant cultural expectations in a society?
To shape the behavior and norms of the members
What does 'sociology' primarily study?
Social groupings and their interactions
True or false: A society is not subject to the same political authority and dominant cultural expectations?
False
True or false: The institutions in a society do not maintain the values of the culture?
False
True or false: A society does not share the same geographical territory?
False
True or false: The institutions in a society do not provide for the physical, social, and psychological needs of its members?
False
Explore the origins of the term 'sociology' by learning about its etymology, including its French and Latin roots, as well as its development in the English language.
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