Understanding Basic Concepts Lecture 3 By Abdul Wahaab
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What is the definition of an individual in the context of basic concepts?

  • A person living in a definable territory
  • A person interacting with others regularly
  • A person forming the core of personal identity (correct)
  • A person with self-awareness and autonomous agency

    • What does the term 'society' refer to in sociological terms?

  • An individual with self-awareness and autonomous agency
  • A group living in a definable territory
  • A group with similar norms and values
  • A group of people sharing the same culture (correct)

    • What distinguishes various types of groups in society, according to sociologists?

  • Norms, values, and expectations (correct)
  • Age and gender diversity
  • Cultural background and language spoken
  • Size and geographical location

    • How would you differentiate a society from a community based on size?

    <p>Society is typically larger and made of multiple communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sociologists define a community?

    <p>A group of people with similar norms and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of basic concepts, what does 'group' refer to?

    <p>Any number of people with similar norms and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a society and a community?

    <p>It is essential for residents of a community to share similar hobbies, objectives, perspectives, and opinions, while it is not essential for members of a society to share common interests, objectives, opinions, or perceptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental unit of analysis within sociology?

    <p>Social interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is social exchange in the context of social interactions?

    <p>Any interaction where an individual or group does something to receive a reward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes cooperation as a social process?

    <p>It occurs between individuals or groups who work together to gain a common end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of cooperation?

    <p>Cooperation is based upon two elements such as common end and organized effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what form of social process do two or more individuals or groups work together jointly to achieve common goals?

    <p>Cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines social interaction as a fundamental unit of analysis within sociology?

    <p>It describes the way people behave when they cross paths with someone else</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Merrill and Eldredge, what is cooperation?

    <p>A form of social interaction wherein two or more persons work together to gain a common end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of sociology focuses on the social theories and theoretical frameworks that guide sociologists in their particular areas of study?

    <p>Theoretical Sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does historical sociology primarily investigate?

    <p>The different types of social structures and dynamics of the past</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of sociology studies human thoughts and ideas and how they’re influenced by social structures?

    <p>Sociology of Knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the most commonly studied branches of sociology that investigates sociological influences that can lead to crime?

    <p>Criminology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of sociology informs the way societies today operate and helps us come to new understandings about it?

    <p>Historical Sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does theoretical sociology primarily focus on?

    <p>Social theories and theoretical frameworks guiding sociologists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the father of urban sociology?

    <p>Georg Simmel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first to use the term 'sociology of sports'?

    <p>Heinz Riesse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who coined the term 'industrial sociology'?

    <p>Elton Mayo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does economic sociology study?

    <p>The social cause and effect of various economic phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of rural sociology?

    <p>Social structures in rural areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does political sociology analyze?

    <p>Relationships between individuals and political powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of sociology of religion?

    <p>Rituals and social institutions from a religious perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does urban sociology study?

    <p>Social life and interactions in urban areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of sociology of economy?

    <p>The interplay between economics and social systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the academic field that examines sports as part of cultural and social life?

    <p>Sociology of sports</p> Signup and view all the answers

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