Introduction to Sociology

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Who is often regarded as the 'father of sociology'?

  • Herbert Spencer
  • Emile Durkheim
  • Thomas Hobbes
  • Auguste Comte (correct)

Which 19th-century scholar applied evolutionary ideas to the development of societies?

  • Herbert Spencer (correct)
  • Emile Durkheim
  • Jean-Jacques Rousseau
  • Auguste Comte

What was Auguste Comte's goal for the study of sociology?

  • To explore the role of social integration in maintaining social order
  • To study the ideas of early thinkers
  • To apply scientific principles to the study of society (correct)
  • To develop the concept of social contract

What concept did Herbert Spencer introduce to the study of sociology?

<p>Social Darwinism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who emphasized the scientific study of social facts and institutions?

<p>Emile Durkheim (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What perspective did Emile Durkheim's work lay the foundation for?

<p>Structural functionalist (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of sociologists when examining social institutions?

<p>To understand how they function and impact individuals and society (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key idea of the Structural Functionalism paradigm?

<p>Society is composed of various parts that work together to maintain stability and order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of comparative studies in sociology?

<p>To explore variations in social structures and behaviors across different societies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Conflict Theory paradigm?

<p>Viewing society as characterized by inequality and social conflict (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common goal of sociological paradigms?

<p>To provide a unique perspective on understanding the social world (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many main sociological paradigms are mentioned in the text?

<p>Three (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Karl Marx's work?

<p>The role of economic structures in shaping societies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sociological perspective did Max Weber's work influence?

<p>Symbolic interactionism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did sociology become an established academic discipline?

<p>Early 20th century (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scholars contributed to the development of sociology during the early 20th century?

<p>George Herbert Mead (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the mid-20th century developments in sociology?

<p>The expansion of topics to include social psychology and urban sociology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of Karl Marx's conflict theory?

<p>The role of class struggle in driving historical change (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of sociology as a discipline?

<p>The scientific study of society and human social behaviour (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key area of focus in sociology?

<p>The examination of social institutions and their impact (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common research method used by sociologists?

<p>Immersing themselves in a specific social setting to observe and understand social interactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of sociological research?

<p>To understand patterns of social behaviour and develop theories (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of sociological research?

<p>It uses various research methods to gather and analyze data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the sociological perspective?

<p>It examines the relationships between individuals and larger social forces (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the conflict perspective, what is the primary factor in maintaining social order?

<p>Coercion and domination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of symbolic interactionism?

<p>Studying everyday interactions and symbols (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of struggles between dominant and subordinate groups, according to the conflict perspective?

<p>Societal change (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of individuals in constructing their social world, according to symbolic interactionism?

<p>Active participants in constructing their social world (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using multiple sociological paradigms to understand social phenomena?

<p>It offers a comprehensive understanding of complex social issues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of other perspectives and subfields within sociology, such as feminist theory and postmodernism?

<p>They contribute to the richness and diversity of sociological thought (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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