10 Questions
What is the principle of knowledge being derived from direct experience or controlled observation called?
Empiricism
Which of the following is not one of the 3 principles of science mentioned in the text?
Rationalism
What is the mindset that allows individuals to understand the larger historical scene in terms of its meaning for the inner life and the external career of a variety of individuals?
Sociological Imagination
What is the study dealing with a body of 'truths' or 'facts' systematically arranged and showing the operations of general 'laws' called?
Science
What is the principle of impartiality towards any individual or group and their personal interests called?
Ethical Neutrality
What is the study dealing with a body of 'truths' or 'facts' systematically arranged and showing the operations of general 'laws' called?
Science
What principle refers to knowledge being derived from direct experience or controlled observation?
Empiricism
Which principle involves impartiality towards any individual or group and their personal interests?
Ethical Neutrality
What is the mindset that allows individuals to understand the larger historical scene in terms of its meaning for the inner life and the external career of a variety of individuals?
Sociological Imagination
What are the patterns of social actions studied by meso- or middle-range theories?
Social interactions of people within groups
Study Notes
Principles of Science
- The principle of knowledge being derived from direct experience or controlled observation is called Empiricism.
- The three principles of science mentioned in the text are Empiricism, Objectivity, and Historicism.
Objectivity
- The principle of impartiality towards any individual or group and their personal interests is called Objectivity.
Historicism
- The mindset that allows individuals to understand the larger historical scene in terms of its meaning for the inner life and the external career of a variety of individuals is called Historicism.
Study of 'Truths' or 'Facts'
- The study dealing with a body of 'truths' or 'facts' systematically arranged and showing the operations of general 'laws' is called Science.
Meso- or Middle-Range Theories
- Meso- or middle-range theories study patterns of social actions.
Test your knowledge of sociology and science with this quiz! Explore the areas of study within sociology, including social interactions, patterns of social actions, and the perpetuation of societies and culture. Additionally, delve into the definition and principles of science, gaining insights into the systematic study and knowledge acquisition through the operations of general laws.
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