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What does Structural Functionalism emphasize in society?
What does Structural Functionalism emphasize in society?
Which sociological theory is primarily associated with Karl Marx?
Which sociological theory is primarily associated with Karl Marx?
What is the primary focus of Symbolic Interactionism?
What is the primary focus of Symbolic Interactionism?
What level of analysis does Micro sociology focus on?
What level of analysis does Micro sociology focus on?
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In the nature vs. nurture debate, which aspect does 'nurture' refer to?
In the nature vs. nurture debate, which aspect does 'nurture' refer to?
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Which of the following is not typically considered a key agent of socialization?
Which of the following is not typically considered a key agent of socialization?
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What role does language play in socialization?
What role does language play in socialization?
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Which of the following best describes the focus of Macro sociology?
Which of the following best describes the focus of Macro sociology?
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What is the term for the tendency to perform better on simple tasks when in the presence of others?
What is the term for the tendency to perform better on simple tasks when in the presence of others?
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Which phenomenon describes a situation where the desire for group consensus leads to poor decision-making?
Which phenomenon describes a situation where the desire for group consensus leads to poor decision-making?
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What does the Frustration-Aggression Principle suggest about the relationship between aggression and frustration?
What does the Frustration-Aggression Principle suggest about the relationship between aggression and frustration?
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Which term refers to the practice of copying others’ actions unconsciously to enhance social bonding?
Which term refers to the practice of copying others’ actions unconsciously to enhance social bonding?
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What is the main idea behind Milgram's Obedience Experiment?
What is the main idea behind Milgram's Obedience Experiment?
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What does the Fundamental Attribution Error refer to in social psychology?
What does the Fundamental Attribution Error refer to in social psychology?
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Which concept describes the psychological discomfort that arises from inconsistencies between beliefs and behaviors?
Which concept describes the psychological discomfort that arises from inconsistencies between beliefs and behaviors?
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What is social loafing, and how does it affect group dynamics?
What is social loafing, and how does it affect group dynamics?
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Study Notes
Sociological Paradigms
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Structural Functionalism: Sees society as a system where different parts work together for stability. Examples include family, education and the economy.
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Conflict Theory: Focuses on power imbalances and inequalities in society. Key figure is Karl Marx, emphasizing class struggle and economic differences.
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Symbolic Interactionism: Emphasizes small-scale interactions and the meanings people create through symbols (gestures, language, etc.). This shapes how individuals behave.
Micro vs. Macro Level Questions
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Micro level: Examines individual and small group interactions (e.g., family dynamics).
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Macro level: Investigates larger societal structures (e.g., education systems, economy).
Significance of Language and Language Development
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Language is crucial for socialization and communication, enabling individuals to share ideas and participate in society.
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Language development teaches social norms, values, and cultural practices. Humans rely heavily on language as social animals.
Nature vs. Nurture in Sociology
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Nature: Biological or genetic factors (e.g., temperament).
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Nurture: Social and environmental factors (e.g., upbringing, culture).
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Sociology debates the impact of social environments versus genetic factors on individuals.
Socialization
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Socialization: Process of learning societal values, beliefs, and norms. This shapes social identity.
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Key Agents:
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Family: Primary agent, influencing early values and behaviors.
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Peers: Influence during adolescence, shaping behaviors and interactions.
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School: Teaches norms, values, and behaviors like obedience and respect.
Group Behavior and Social Influence
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Conformity: Changing behavior to match others due to social pressure.
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Obedience: Complying with authority figures' demands.
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Mimicry: Copying others' behaviors, fostering cohesion.
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Deindividuation: Loss of self-awareness in groups, leading to atypical behavior.
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Groupthink: Desire for group consensus hindering sound decision-making.
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Social Loafing: Reduced effort within a group.
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Social Facilitation: Improved performance on simple tasks when others are present.
Aggression
- Frustration-Aggression Principle: Frustration often leads to aggression when goals are blocked.
Cognitive and Social Biases
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Foot-in-the-Door Phenomenon: Agreeing to a small request makes people more likely to agree to a larger request.
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Fundamental Attribution Error: Attributing others' behavior to personality traits rather than situational factors.
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Cognitive Dissonance: Psychological discomfort from inconsistencies in beliefs or actions.
Key Sociologists and Theories
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Asch's Conformity Experiment: Demonstrated how group pressure influences opinions.
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Milgram's Obedience Experiment: Showed obedience to authority, even for harmful actions.
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Cooley's Looking-Glass Self: Self-concept develops through perceived opinions of others.
Prejudice & Discrimination
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Prejudice: Negative attitude toward a group.
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Discrimination: Actions arising from prejudice, often unequal treatment.
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Prejudice and discrimination are often systemic, influenced by power structures and inequality.
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Explore key sociological paradigms such as Structural Functionalism, Conflict Theory, and Symbolic Interactionism. This quiz also delves into the significance of language in socialization and the difference between micro and macro-level interactions. Test your understanding of these fundamental concepts in sociology.
