22 Questions
Which of the following sociological theories on change suggests that societies are not always headed for destruction, but rather have ups and downs?
Cycles of Growth and Decay
What type of theory on change believes that social change is caused by a single factor?
Determinist
Which of the following characteristics of change refers to the speed at which change occurs?
Rate of Change
Which of the following factors is an example of an exogenous source of change?
Influence of another society
What type of theory on change believes that social change is the result of multiple factors?
Interactionist
Which of the following characteristics of change refers to the degree to which change can be controlled or engineered?
Controllability of Change
What is the primary effect of Charles Darwin's theory of Evolution on cultural values?
It changed how people view cultural values in certain societies
What is the outcome of the blending of Latin American musical styles with mainstream American music genres?
Acculturation
What is the primary focus of studies in the context of psychology and change?
The link between people's attitudes and behaviors
What is the underlying desire that drives people's behavior according to the Cognitive Consistency Theory?
The desire for consistency in their beliefs
What is the result of the distribution of ideas and information between cultures?
Diffusion
What is the primary outcome of close interaction between two cultures over time?
Acculturation
What is a key focus of structuralism in understanding culture?
The hidden rules that dictate how people behave
What is the purpose of rites of passage in a society?
To mark a person's progress from one stage of life to another
What is the result of intercultural contact between two societies?
Exchanges of ideas and practices occur between the two societies
What is an example of a natural disaster that can affect social change?
Earthquake
How can geographic factors affect the development of a society?
By providing access to natural resources
What is an example of a geographic factor that can affect social change?
All of the above
What is a characteristic of a charismatic leader, according to Max Weber?
All of the above
What is an example of an external event that can affect social change?
War
How can technology affect social change?
By changing the way societies are defined and how they evolve
What is an example of a cultural element that can be influenced by geographic factors?
Winter sports
Test your understanding of operant conditioning, a process developed by Skinner, and cognitive therapy, which focuses on changing dysfunctional thinking patterns. Learn how these techniques are used to help patients overcome anxiety and change their behaviors.
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