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Sociology Basics Quiz

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What are some subjects and institutions sociology has expanded its focus to?

Religion, politics, architecture, transportation

Health, economy, military, punishment (correct)

Art, literature, music, sports

Agriculture, fashion, technology, entertainment

How have social scientific methods evolved?

Expanded to include qualitative and quantitative techniques (correct)

Shifted to only qualitative analysis

Remained unchanged over time

Became more focused on astrology and superstitions

What techniques have risen in the 21st century?

Socially oriented techniques

Artistically expressive techniques

Historically focused techniques

Analytically, mathematically, and computationally rigorous techniques (correct)

What turns have influenced the analysis of society?

Linguistic and cultural turns of the mid-20th century Signup and view all the answers

What is the interplay that affects all spheres of human activity according to sociology?

Interplay between social structure and individual agency Signup and view all the answers

What does social stratification refer to?

Categorization of people based on socioeconomic factors Signup and view all the answers

In modern Western societies, how many main social classes are typically defined?

Three Signup and view all the answers

What determines a person's social stratum according to the text?

The degree of social inequality Signup and view all the answers

In what types of societies does the categorization of people by social stratum occur most clearly?

Complex state-based, polycentric, or feudal societies Signup and view all the answers

What can a social stratum be formed upon according to the text?

Kinship, clan, tribe, or caste Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Sociology

Sociology is a social science that focuses on society, human social behavior, patterns of social relationships, social interaction, and aspects of culture associated with everyday life.
It is the scientific study of society.

Methods of Investigation

Empirical investigation is used to develop a body of knowledge about social order and social change.
Critical analysis is used to refine the understanding of social processes.

Focus of Sociology

Traditional focuses of sociology include social stratification, social class, social mobility, religion, secularization, law, sexuality, gender, and deviance.
Recent studies have added socio-technical aspects of the digital divide as a new focus.

Scope of Sociology

Sociology can range from micro-level analyses of society, including individual interaction and agency.
It can also include macro-level analyses of social systems and social structure.

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Test your knowledge of the fundamental concepts and principles in sociology. Explore the scientific study of society, social behavior, relationships, and cultural aspects through this quiz.