Questions and Answers
What approach is often used to understand what's defined as deviant within a society?
Constructivism
Sociology is defined as the
the systematic study of society and social interaction
Who coined the term positivism and is considered the father of sociology?
Auguste Comte
Define C. Wright Mill's sociological imagination.
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A hypothesis can be defined as
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The process of simultaneously analyzing the behavior of individuals and the society that shapes that behavior is referred to as:
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A paradigm can be defined as:
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What is Conflict Theory?
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Which theorist claimed that people rise to their proper level in society based solely on their belief in a meritocracy?
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Define Structural Functionalism.
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Qualitative sociology can be defined as
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What is a manifest function?
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What are latent functions?
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Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx were all advocates of:
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Define Symbolic Interactionism.
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Weber's proposal of anti-positivism influenced sociological researchers to
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According to Durkheim, which are social facts?
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What is Verstechen?
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Study Notes
Understanding Deviance
- Constructivism is the approach used to comprehend deviance within society.
Sociology
- Systematic study of society and social interaction.
Auguste Comte
- Coined the term positivism and recognized as the father of sociology.
C. Wright Mills
- Developed the concept of sociological imagination, connecting individual experiences with historical and social contexts.
Hypothesis
- Defined as a testable proposition.
Figuration
- Analyzes individual behavior in conjunction with societal influences, highlighting their interdependence.
Paradigm
- Refers to the philosophical and theoretical frameworks used to generate theories and experiments in a discipline.
Conflict Theory
- Views society as comprised of groups competing for limited resources.
Meritocracy
- Émile Durkheim asserted that individuals achieve their social standing based on belief in meritocracy.
Structural Functionalism
- Conceptual framework illustrating that each societal element contributes to maintaining overall system equilibrium.
Qualitative Sociology
- Involves data collection through in-depth interviews, focus groups, and content analysis.
Functions in Society
- Manifest Function: Recognized and intended outcomes of social patterns.
- Latent Functions: Unrecognized and unintended consequences arising from social patterns.
Advocates of Conflict Theory
- Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx were notable proponents.
Symbolic Interactionism
- A micro-level theory focused on shared meanings and motivations behind human actions.
Anti-Positivism
- Weber’s proposal encouraging sociological researchers to gain subjective insights into diverse cultural norms.
Social Facts (Durkheim)
- Examples include religious beliefs, laws, and customs that shape societal behavior.
Verstehen
- A concept defined as understanding in a profound and deep manner.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards based on Chapter 1 of Sociology. This quiz covers key concepts such as constructivism, positivism, and the sociological imagination. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of fundamental sociological principles.
