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?

Society is typically larger and made of multiple communities Signup and view all the answers

How do sociologists define a community?

A group of people with similar norms and values Signup and view all the answers

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

Any number of people with similar norms and values Signup and view all the answers

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

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental unit of analysis within sociology?

Social interaction Signup and view all the answers

What is social exchange in the context of social interactions?

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

What characterizes cooperation as a social process?

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

What are the characteristics of cooperation?

Cooperation is based upon two elements such as common end and organized effort 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?

Cooperation Signup and view all the answers

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

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

According to Merrill and Eldredge, what is cooperation?

A form of social interaction wherein two or more persons work together to gain a common end 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?

Theoretical Sociology Signup and view all the answers

What does historical sociology primarily investigate?

The different types of social structures and dynamics of the past Signup and view all the answers

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

Sociology of Knowledge 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?

Criminology 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?

Historical Sociology Signup and view all the answers

What does theoretical sociology primarily focus on?

Social theories and theoretical frameworks guiding sociologists Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the father of urban sociology?

Georg Simmel Signup and view all the answers

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

Heinz Riesse Signup and view all the answers

Who coined the term 'industrial sociology'?

Elton Mayo Signup and view all the answers

What does economic sociology study?

The social cause and effect of various economic phenomena Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of rural sociology?

Social structures in rural areas Signup and view all the answers

What does political sociology analyze?

Relationships between individuals and political powers Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of sociology of religion?

Rituals and social institutions from a religious perspective Signup and view all the answers

What does urban sociology study?

Social life and interactions in urban areas Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of sociology of economy?

The interplay between economics and social systems Signup and view all the answers

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

Sociology of sports Signup and view all the answers

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?

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

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