Sociology: Functionalism and Institution Purposes

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What is the main argument of functionalism, as explained in the text?

Every institution in a society has a purpose to keep society stable.

What are the two fundamental ways of function, according to Robert Merton?

Manifest and latent functions.

What is an example of a dysfunction, as explained in the text?

University parties and the burden of student loans leading to poverty.

What is the main difference between functionalism and conflict theory?

Functionalism views society as a stable system, while conflict theory sees society as a dynamic struggle over power and limited resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is the perspective of functionalism on moral issues?

Functionalism does not impact moral judgments, only caring about function. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of conflict theory, according to Karl Marx?

Society is a dynamic struggle over power and limited resources between a dominant and subordinate group. Signup and view all the answers

In Karl Marx's perspective, what is the main difference between the Bourgeoisie and the Proletarian classes?

The Bourgeoisie class owns the means of production, while the Proletarian class sells their labor for wages. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the Structural Theory in sociology?

It views society as a whole, focusing on the fundamental institutions and their roles in shaping society. Signup and view all the answers

According to Symbolic Interactionism, how do we interact with people, places, and things?

We interact with the symbols that represent them, not directly with the things themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between physical and abstract objects in sociology?

Physical objects are tangible, while abstract objects are not physical or tangible, and are often social constructs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of Ethnomethodology, as developed by Garfinkle?

Our interactions in society are driven by unspoken rules and norms that we are not consciously aware of. Signup and view all the answers

According to Dramaturgy, as developed by Goffman, what is the role of the self in social interactions?

The self is a combination of every role we play, and we are always playing a character or role in our interactions with others. Signup and view all the answers