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Which theory states that rulers derive their power based on a perceived relationship with supernatural forces?
Which theory states that rulers derive their power based on a perceived relationship with supernatural forces?
- Social contract theory
- Force theory
- Divine right theory (correct)
- Paternalistic theory
What are the four requisite elements to define a political state?
What are the four requisite elements to define a political state?
- Sovereignty, law, governance, culture
- Economy, population, sovereignty, territory
- Territory, sovereignty, people, government (correct)
- Military, government, culture, territory
Which type of theory believes that political units grow from familial relationships in patriarchal societies?
Which type of theory believes that political units grow from familial relationships in patriarchal societies?
- Meritocracy theory
- Divine right theory
- Paternalistic theory (correct)
- Force theory
In the context of early civilization, which characteristic was essential for public decision-making?
In the context of early civilization, which characteristic was essential for public decision-making?
Which of the following best describes the impact of surplus production on societies, according to progressive scholars?
Which of the following best describes the impact of surplus production on societies, according to progressive scholars?
What was a common outcome of conflicts over resources in early societies, such as with the Mayans?
What was a common outcome of conflicts over resources in early societies, such as with the Mayans?
How did agriculture influence the development of human populations?
How did agriculture influence the development of human populations?
What is the primary distinction between egalitarian societies and those characterized as civilizations during the early periods?
What is the primary distinction between egalitarian societies and those characterized as civilizations during the early periods?
Which institution is characterized by widely accepted roles within society, such as the relationship between a parent and child in the Philippines?
Which institution is characterized by widely accepted roles within society, such as the relationship between a parent and child in the Philippines?
What term describes the external forces affecting human interactions and the constant recreation of institutions?
What term describes the external forces affecting human interactions and the constant recreation of institutions?
In the analogy of social structure as a building, what part of the building provides the design and body?
In the analogy of social structure as a building, what part of the building provides the design and body?
How do cultural norms and values impact individual behavior in a society?
How do cultural norms and values impact individual behavior in a society?
What concept refers to the ability of individuals to act purposefully and reflectively in their social interactions?
What concept refers to the ability of individuals to act purposefully and reflectively in their social interactions?
What societal activity is typically frowned upon in the context of family institutions in certain cultures?
What societal activity is typically frowned upon in the context of family institutions in certain cultures?
In what way can culture be considered analogous to social structure?
In what way can culture be considered analogous to social structure?
Which aspect of social organization reflects the roles and statuses within a society?
Which aspect of social organization reflects the roles and statuses within a society?
What is a primary reason the US government did not engage with the protesters?
What is a primary reason the US government did not engage with the protesters?
How do societal values and norms influence social interactions?
How do societal values and norms influence social interactions?
What is the implication of an individual's status in society?
What is the implication of an individual's status in society?
What role do institutions play within a society?
What role do institutions play within a society?
In a typical school structure, how do roles affect interactions?
In a typical school structure, how do roles affect interactions?
What happens when a government official fails in their societal role?
What happens when a government official fails in their societal role?
What is a characteristic of social organization within a society?
What is a characteristic of social organization within a society?
How is a group defined within the context of society?
How is a group defined within the context of society?
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Study Notes
Surplus Production & Its Impact
- Surplus production can lead to both positive and negative consequences for human populations.
- Progressive scholars argue that surplus production has had negative impacts on societies.
- Some of the negative impacts include social divisions, high population density, and gender inequality.
Early Civilizations and the Rise of the State
- Early civilizations emerged by the end of the Neolithic period.
- These civilizations developed complex social structures due to changes in food production.
- Civilizations were defined by the presence of city-states, a system of writing, and a ceremonial center for decision-making.
Theories of the Rise of the State
- Divine Right Theory: Rulers claimed their right to rule was based on a connection to supernatural forces.
- The Sumerian god-king concept is an example.
- Force Theory: A group dominates another through force, as observed among the Mayans.
- Conflicts over resources, like access to rivers, led to subjugation.
- Paternalistic Theory: The patriarch, or father, becomes the leader of a political unit. This theory applies to highly patriarchal societies.
Social Structure and Agency
- Social Structure provides the framework for societies, shaping roles, statuses, institutions, and organizations.
- Think of it as the foundation of a building.
- Culture shapes norms, values, institutions, and individual behavior.
- Culture is like the design and body of a building.
- Agency refers to the ability of individuals to act on their world and make choices.
- Individuals create and remake the world around them.
- Agency challenges the idea that individuals are simply bound by social structures.
Social Interaction
- Social Interactions are influenced by:
- Subjectivity: Individuals interpret interactions based on their own positions and experiences.
- Norms and values: Shared beliefs and customs influence how individuals perceive actions.
Social Organization
- Statuses: Social positions that come with sets of expected behaviors.
- Examples: student, son, parent.
- Roles: The specific behaviors associated with a given status.
- A government official's role is to address the people's needs.
- Groups: At least two individuals interacting based on their roles and statuses.
- Examples: teachers and students.
- Institutions: Established patterns of social interaction based on roles, statuses, and groups.
- Examples: family, education, government.
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