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What is the etymological origin of the word 'social'?
The word 'social' derives from the Latin word socii ('allies').
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered to be social beings?
According to Karl Marx, human beings are considered to be social beings because they cannot survive and meet their needs other than through social cooperation and association.
How does Max Weber define human action as 'social'?
Max Weber defines human action as 'social' if, by virtue of the subjective meanings attached to the action by individuals, it 'takes account of the behavior of others, and is thereby oriented in its course.'
What is the significance of the term 'socialism' in the 1830s onwards in France and the United Kingdom?
The term 'socialism' was directly related to what was called the social question.
What is the social interaction considered as, regardless of awareness and voluntariness?
The social interaction is considered social whether the individuals are aware of it or not, and whether the exchange is voluntary or not.
Test your knowledge of social organisms and their interactions with this quiz. Explore concepts such as the etymology of the word 'social' and the perspectives of social theorists like Karl Marx.
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