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What is the focus of sociologists?
The experiences of individuals and their interactions with social groups and society
How do sociologists view personal decisions made by individuals?
As influenced by cultural patterns, social forces, and societal pressures
How do sociologists identify general patterns in behavior?
By examining the behavior of large groups of people living in the same society and experiencing the same societal pressures
What does ethnocentrism mean?
Evaluating and judging another culture based on one's own cultural norms
How did William Graham Sumner describe ethnocentrism?
A belief that one's own culture is better than all others
What is an example of ethnocentrism mentioned in the text?
Expressing disgust at another culture's cuisine
What is the attitude of 'almost everyone' towards ethnocentrism according to the text?
A little bit ethnocentric
How do some travelers differ in their attitude towards unfamiliar foods according to the text?
Pride themselves on trying unfamiliar foods
Test your knowledge of sociological perspectives on individual behavior and societal influences with this insightful quiz. Explore the impact of cultural patterns, social forces, and group interactions on personal decisions while gaining a deeper understanding of sociological analysis.
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