Question 1

Jeremy wrote an essay criticizing the college admissions process, arguing that heavy competition and limited educational resources make admission difficult for the average student.Which perspective would Jeremy's argument fall under?
A)Structural Functionalism
B)Conflict Theory
C)Symbolic Interactionism
D)Behaviorism

Accepted Answer

Jeremy's argument aligns with Conflict Theory, which focuses on the ways in which power, competition, and inequality affect social relations and institutions. His critique of the college admissions process as being difficult due to competition and limited resources reflects a concern with how societal structures create and maintain inequalities, a core aspect of Conflict Theory.

Question 2

According to Durkheim, which of the following is NOT a social fact?
A)A religious belief
B)A law
C)A custom
D)All of the above are social facts

Accepted Answer

Durkheim defined social facts as values, cultural norms, and social structures that transcend the individual and can exercise social control. Religious beliefs, laws, and customs all fit within his definition of social facts, meaning none of the options listed are exceptions.

Question 3

Qualitative sociology can be defined as:
A)In-depth interviews, focus groups, and/or analysis of content sources as the source of its data.
B)Virtual interactivity, online polls, and online gaming.
C)Door to door sales pitches, cold calls, and press conferences.
D)Statistical methods such as surveys with large numbers of participants.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative sociology typically involves methods like in-depth interviews, focus groups, and content analysis to gather non-numerical data and understand social phenomena in a detailed, holistic way.

Question 4

A paradigm can be defined as:
A)Philosophical and theoretical frameworks used within a discipline to formulate theories, generalizations, and the experiments performed in support of them.
B)The social ties that bind a group of people together such as kinship, shared location, and religion
C)The consequences of a social process that are sought or anticipated
D)Social patterns that have undesirable consequences for the operation of society

Accepted Answer

A paradigm refers to the set of practices that define a scientific discipline at any particular period of time. It includes the theoretical frameworks and methodologies that are commonly accepted by the community of scholars and researchers within that discipline.

Question 5

Which of the following men coined the term positivism, and is widely considered the father of sociology?
A)Auguste Comte
B)Karl Marx
C)Max Weber
D)Émile Durkheim

Accepted Answer

Auguste Comte is credited with coining the term "positivism" and is widely regarded as the father of sociology, emphasizing the importance of using scientific methods to study society.

Question 6

Which theorist claimed that people rise to their proper level in society based solely on their belief in a meritocracy?
A)Karl Marx
B)Max Weber
C)Herbert Spencer
D)Émile Durkheim

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

_____ view society as a structure with interrelated parts designed to meet the biological and social needs of individuals who make up that society.
A)Symbolic Interactionists
B)Conflict Theorists
C)Structural Functionalists
D)Social Individualists

Accepted Answer

Structural Functionalists view society as a system of interconnected parts that work together to maintain a state of balance and social equilibrium for the whole. They focus on how each part of society influences and is influenced by other parts, and how those parts are functional for the society.

Question 8

The process of simultaneously analyzing the behavior of individuals and the society that shapes that behavior or, the concept that the individual and society are inseparable) is referred to as:
A)Dynamic equilibrium
B)Latent functions
C)Dramaturgical analysis
D)Figuration

Accepted Answer

Figuration is a concept introduced by Norbert Elias to emphasize the interconnectedness of individual actions and societal structures, highlighting that individuals and the society in which they live cannot be understood in isolation from one another.

Question 9

Weber's proposal of antipositivism influenced sociological researchers to ______ while examining different social worlds.
A)Reject antiquated notions of privacy and consent
B)Methodically predict situational outcomes
C)Manipulate test subjects into answering difficult questions
D)Gain a subjective understanding of human cultural norms

Accepted Answer

Weber's antipositivism suggests that researchers should strive to understand the meanings and interpretations that individuals attach to their actions and social worlds. This approach emphasizes gaining a subjective understanding of human cultural norms, rather than purely objective or quantitative analysis.

Question 10

A hypothesis can be defined as:
A)A way to explain different aspects of social interactions
B)A testable proposition
C)An attempt to explain large-scale relationships
D)Philosophical and theoretical frameworks used within a discipline to formulate theories, generalizations, and the experiments performed in support of them

Accepted Answer

A hypothesis is essentially a testable proposition or statement that predicts a possible outcome or explanation for a phenomenon, which can then be tested through experimentation or observation.

Question 11

Eleanor is researching the effect social media has on worldwide political awareness and revolution.Felix is examining the effect World of Warcraft has on the romantic relationships of middle-aged men in his metro area.Eleanor's analysis is _____, while Felix's analysis is _____.
A)Micro-level; macro-level
B)Macro-level; micro-level
C)They are both macro-level.
D)They are both micro-level.

Accepted Answer

Eleanor's research focuses on a broad, global issue, making it macro-level, while Felix's research targets a specific, localized group, making it micro-level.

Question 12

After weeks of protest in Zuccotti Park, NYC's "Occupy Wall Street" divided into two camps: one composed of higher income protestors, and one composed of lower-income protesters.A ______ would be most interested in the relationship and nature of day-to- day exchanges between the two groups.
A)Conflict theorist
B)Structural functionalist
C)Symbolic interactionist
D)Feminist conflict theorist

Accepted Answer

Symbolic interactionists focus on the day-to-day interactions and meanings that individuals create and interpret in their social world. The scenario described involves the nature of daily exchanges between two groups, which aligns with the interests of symbolic interactionism.

Question 13

Sociology is defined as the:
A)Qualitative analysis of human phenomenon.
B)Systematic study of society and social interaction.
C)Quantitative analysis of social transgressions.
D)Theoretical examination of life's origins.

Accepted Answer

Sociology is primarily concerned with the systematic study of society, social structures, and the interactions among individuals within those structures.

Question 14

What approach is often used to understand what's defined as deviant within a society?
A)Criticism
B)Symbolic interactionism
C)Constructivism
D)Antipositivism

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Please define C.Wright Mill's sociological imagination.
A)The theory that man evolved slowly over time.
B)The process of analyzing human behavior based solely on statistics.
C)A series of interviews asking subjects about their sleep habits and dreams.
D)How individuals understand their own and others' pasts in relation to history and social structure.

Accepted Answer

The sociological imagination, as defined by C. Wright Mills, is the ability to see the relationship between individual experiences and the larger society. It involves understanding how personal issues are connected to broader social and historical contexts.

Question 16

Verstehen is defined by the text as:
A)To maintain a moral conscience.
B)To compare and contrast social facts.
C)To understand in a deep way.
D)To require proof of interpretation.

Accepted Answer

Verstehen, a term introduced by sociologist Max Weber, refers to the deep understanding or insight into someone's situation or motives. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and putting oneself in another's shoes to truly grasp the meaning behind actions or social phenomena.

Question 17

Political science teacher Mr.Jones asks his students to study how social media can influence public opinion by "following" famous activists, academics, and politicians on Twitter.While reading and exchanging each other's Tweets, some classmates became close friends.The first is an example of the project's ____ function, the second is an example of the project's _____ function.
A)latent; manifest
B)manifest; manifest
C)manifest; latent
D)latent; latent

Accepted Answer

The project's primary purpose, to study the influence of social media on public opinion, represents its manifest function. The unintended consequence of classmates becoming close friends exemplifies its latent function.

Question 18

Alona is examining the impact of the 2011 Penn State scandal on student morale and school spirit by distributing number-scaled surveys in her Introduction to Sociology class.Alona is employing a _____ research method.
A)Qualitative
B)Pathos
C)Logos
D)Quantitative

Accepted Answer

Alona is using a quantitative research method because she is distributing surveys that utilize number scales to measure student morale and school spirit, which allows for the collection of numerical data.

Question 19

Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx were all advocates of:
A)Conflict theory
B)Structural functionalism
C)Capitalism
D)Symbolic interactionism

Accepted Answer

Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx are most closely associated with conflict theory, which emphasizes the role of power and inequality in society, focusing on the conflicts between different social classes or groups.

Question 20

____ believed that societies grew and changed as a result of the struggles of different social classes over the means of production and greatly favored ____.
A)Durkheim; Communism
B)Max Weber; Positivism
C)Karl Marx; Communism
D)Comte; Antipositivism

Accepted Answer

Karl Marx is known for his theory that societies develop through class struggle, particularly between the bourgeoisie and the proletariat, and he was a key figure in the development of communist thought.

Quiz 1: An Introduction to Sociology

Jeremy wrote an essay criticizing the college admissions process, arguing that heavy competition and limited educational resources make admission difficult for the average student.Which perspective would Jeremy's argument fall under?

According to Durkheim, which of the following is NOT a social fact?

Qualitative sociology can be defined as:

A paradigm can be defined as:

Which of the following men coined the term positivism, and is widely considered the father of sociology?

Which theorist claimed that people rise to their proper level in society based solely on their belief in a meritocracy?

_____ view society as a structure with interrelated parts designed to meet the biological and social needs of individuals who make up that society.

The process of simultaneously analyzing the behavior of individuals and the society that shapes that behavior or, the concept that the individual and society are inseparable) is referred to as:

Weber's proposal of antipositivism influenced sociological researchers to ______ while examining different social worlds.

A hypothesis can be defined as:

Eleanor is researching the effect social media has on worldwide political awareness and revolution.Felix is examining the effect World of Warcraft has on the romantic relationships of middle-aged men in his metro area.Eleanor's analysis is _, while Felix's analysis is _.

After weeks of protest in Zuccotti Park, NYC's "Occupy Wall Street" divided into two camps: one composed of higher income protestors, and one composed of lower-income protesters.A ______ would be most interested in the relationship and nature of day-to- day exchanges between the two groups.

Sociology is defined as the:

What approach is often used to understand what's defined as deviant within a society?

Please define C.Wright Mill's sociological imagination.

Verstehen is defined by the text as:

Alona is examining the impact of the 2011 Penn State scandal on student morale and school spirit by distributing number-scaled surveys in her Introduction to Sociology class.Alona is employing a _____ research method.

Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx were all advocates of:

believed that societies grew and changed as a result of the struggles of different social classes over the means of production and greatly favored .