5 Questions
Who introduced the looking-glass self concept?
Charles Horton Cooley
What is the focus of symbolic interactionism theory?
Meanings attached to human interaction and symbols
According to symbolic interactionism, how do people make sense of their social worlds?
Through the exchange of meaning through language and symbols
Who is considered a founder of symbolic interactionism?
George Herbert Mead
What is the theoretical focus of symbolic interactionism?
Micro-level theory focusing on meanings attached to human interaction
Test your knowledge of theoretical perspectives in the study of society with this quiz. Explore the concept of symbolic interactionism and its focus on the meanings of human interaction, both verbal and nonverbal. Challenge yourself with questions on micro-level theories and their impact on understanding societal dynamics.
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