Introduction to Sociology with Dr. Uttam Singh
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What does Sociology primarily focus on?

  • Analyzing economic systems
  • Exploring human society and social interactions (correct)
  • Studying individual behavior patterns
  • Understanding biological processes

    • How does Sociology differ from common sense?

  • Sociology relies on localized information
  • Common sense is built on unreflective beliefs (correct)
  • Common sense is widely accepted in academia
  • Sociology is based on practical knowledge

    • What aspect of society does Sociology focus on understanding?

  • Social relations and their patterns (correct)
  • Individual psychology
  • Biological evolution
  • Political ideologies

    • In what way does Sociology differ from disciplines like Political Science and Economics?

    <p>It explores human society and social interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key element that Sociology seeks to understand about social relations?

    <p>How relations combine and are built</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does common sense differ from sociological thinking?

    <p>Common sense constructs imaginary social arrangements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the relationship between Sociology and common sense?

    <p>Sociology complements common sense by providing a systematic approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Sociology considered a scientific study?

    <p>Because it uses empirical research methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to symbolic interactionism, how is common sense viewed?

    <p>As a culturally situated construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From the postmodernist perspective, what is common sense considered to be?

    <p>A culturally and historically situated construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does conflict theory view the role of common sense in society?

    <p>As a way to reinforce existing power structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does symbolic interactionism differ from conflict theory regarding common sense?

    <p>Symbolic interactionism views common sense as reinforcing power dynamics, while conflict theory sees it as challenging them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do postmodernists differ from conflict theorists in their perspectives on common sense?

    <p>Postmodernists see common sense as reinforcing power structures, while conflict theorists view it as a source of social change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to sociologist C. Wright Mills, what is common sense considered to be?

    <p>A sociological object shaped by social environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sociologist introduced the concept of 'habitus' as an unconscious internalization of social norms?

    <p>Pierre Bourdieu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does common sense play in maintaining social order, according to functionalist sociologist Talcott Parsons?

    <p>Maintaining shared values and norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon contribute to the concept of 'common sense' in sociology?

    <p>Highlighted the role of social environments in shaping common sense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Pierre Bourdieu describe as the unconscious internalization of social norms and expectations?

    <p>'Habitus'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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