Until the 1960s,many sociologists argued that culture was a simple "reflection" of society.However,what do many sociologists contend today about people's agency?

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Many sociologists now contend that people do not just accept culture passively but instead actively engage with and shape culture through their actions, beliefs, and values. This view emphasizes the role of human agency and suggests that culture is not simply a reflection of society but a dynamic and constantly evolving part of it. Option A is therefore incorrect as it assumes that people are passive recipients of culture. Option B is partially correct, as people can shape culture when they care about an issue, but it does not capture the broader view of human agency. Option D is incorrect as it reduces culture to just one aspect (values) and ignores its other components such as rituals, symbols, and norms.

Until the 1960s,many Sociologists Argued That Culture Was a Simple