Questions and Answers
The interactionist perspective examines society from a macro level.
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Which shape best describes the social stratification in society?
A manifest function of a school is reducing unemployment.
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Which perspective would say that laws reinforce the social order?
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Which sociologist engaged in what would today be called applied sociology?
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The social sciences study which of the following?
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Functionalists would argue that things like prostitution and poverty fulfill a function in society.
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Which perspective is most likely to use participant observation as a research method?
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People have always tried to understand the same things that sociologists study today.
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Which perspective sees society as being like an organism?
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Karl Marx argued that all parts of society have a function in the overall social order.
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Which of the following is a social science?
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Symbolic interactionism argues that the social world is created through everyday interactions and shared meanings.
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The conflict perspective is the best sociological perspective to use.
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Durkheim believed that society was characterized by class struggle.
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Which theorist argued that Verstehen was needed in research?
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When might you encounter bureaucracy?
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Which classical theorist is associated with the Conflict Perspective?
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Where might a sociologist work?
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An 'ideal type' is a perfect example of something.
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Which theorist believed that modern society produced anomie, a confusing, rule-less state?
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Arlie Hochschild found that men do as much housework as women.
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Microsociology examines:
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Marx argued that __________ happens when a worker is separated from the product of her work.
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Which of the following do sociologists study?
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Karl Marx argued that all parts of society have a function in the overall social order.
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Study Notes
Key Concepts in Sociology
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Interactionist Perspective: Examines society from a micro level, focusing on individual interactions rather than macro structural patterns.
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Social Stratification: Often represented by a triangular shape, indicating the hierarchy and inequality among different social classes.
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Manifest Functions: Not all functions of institutions, like schools, are overt; for instance, reducing unemployment is not considered a manifest function of education.
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Functionalism: Views laws and institutions as reinforcing social order, emphasizing stability and function in society.
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Applied Sociology: Jane Addams is recognized for her contributions to what is now termed applied sociology, addressing real-world social issues.
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Social Sciences: Encompasses various fields, including psychology, anthropology, and sociology, all contributing to an understanding of human society.
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Role of Prostitution and Poverty: From a functionalist viewpoint, social phenomena such as prostitution and poverty are believed to fulfill specific functions within society.
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Participant Observation: Commonly utilized in the interactionist perspective to study social phenomena through direct engagement in the social context.
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Symbolic Interactionism: This perspective emphasizes that the social world is formed through everyday interactions and communal meanings.
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Conflict Perspective: Suggests that social change often stems from underlying conflicts, typically associated with Karl Marx, who examined class struggles.
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Max Weber: Advocated for Verstehen (understanding from the actor's perspective) as a crucial component of sociological research.
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Bureaucracy Encounter: Commonly experienced in formal processes such as acquiring a driver’s license, highlighting structured organizational systems.
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Anomie: A term coined by Emile Durkheim, referring to a state of normlessness in modern societies characterized by confusion and a lack of social regulation.
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Alienation: Marx defined alienation as the disconnection a worker feels from the product of their labor, recognizing the emotional and psychological disconnect in industrial societies.
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Sociological Study Areas: Investigates a wide range of social entities including peer groups, families, and governments, providing a holistic view of social interactions.
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Ideal Type: Misunderstood as a perfect example; rather, an "ideal type" is a conceptual tool that helps understand social phenomena by emphasizing certain characteristics while neglecting others.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts in sociology with this Unit 1 quiz. From the interactionist perspective to the functions of education, this quiz covers essential foundational topics. Perfect for students looking to review and deepen their understanding of sociological theories.
