Sociological Theories Quiz
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Which sociological theorists are mentioned in the text?

  • James Samuel Coleman, Peter Blau, Niklas Luhmann
  • Talcott Parsons, Robert K. Merton, Randall Collins (correct)
  • Harrison White, Theda Skocpol, Gerhard Lenski
  • Marshal McLuhan, Immanuel Wallerstein, George Homans
  • What is the purpose of a sociological theory?

  • To consider, analyze, and/or explain objects of social reality
  • To guide further sociological analyses
  • To provide concise descriptions of social processes
  • To organize and substantiate sociological knowledge (correct)
  • What is the range of sociological theories?

  • Broad perspectives for analysis and interpretation
  • Concise descriptions of a single social process
  • Detailed predictions about future events
  • Inconclusive paradigms (correct)
  • What do some sociological theories enable?

    <p>Prediction about future events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is composed of complex theoretical frameworks and methodology?

    <p>Sociological knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

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