Question 1

The concept of 'dysfunction' is a major contribution of
A)durkheim
B)robert k merton
C)talcott parsons
D)wilfredo pareto

Accepted Answer

Robert K. Merton introduced the concept of 'dysfunction' as part of his structural-functional approach, highlighting that not all social structures contribute positively to society.

Question 2

The theoretical perspective that emphasises the importance of moral consensus in maintaining order and stability in a system is called
A)structuralism
B)functionalism
C)conflict perspective
D)interactionism

Accepted Answer

Functionalism emphasizes the importance of moral consensus in maintaining order and stability in a system, focusing on how different parts of society function together to maintain cohesion and social order.

Question 3

What are manifest functions?
A)unrecognised and intended consequences of a social action
B)recognised and unintended consequences of a social action
C)unrecognised and unintended consequences of a social action
D)recognised and intended consequences of a social action

Accepted Answer

Manifest functions are the recognized and intended consequences of any social pattern, which are the deliberate outcomes that people in the society aim for.

Question 4

Robert K Merton is a
A)structuralist
B)structural-functionalist
C)conflict theorist
D)interactionist

Accepted Answer

Robert K. Merton is best known for his work in structural-functionalism, a theoretical framework that focuses on the functions of social structures and their role in maintaining societal stability and order.

Question 5

Middle-range theories is a great contribution by
A)robert k merton
B)talcott parson
C)ralph dahrendorf
D)wright mills

Accepted Answer

Robert K. Merton is known for his work on middle-range theories, which are theories that lie between the minor but necessary working hypotheses that evolve in abundance during day-to-day research and the all-inclusive systematic efforts to develop a unified theory that will explain all the observed uniformities of social behavior, social organization, and social change.

Question 6

The evolutionary perspective holds the idea that
A)the social system is in a state of equilibrium
B)change in one part of a system affects other parts
C)societies gradually change from simple to complex systems
D)the social system consists of interrelated parts

Accepted Answer

The evolutionary perspective in sociology suggests that societies evolve over time, gradually changing from simple to more complex systems.

Question 7

Latent functions are always
A)unrecognised and intended consequences of a social action
B)recognised and unintended consequences of a social action
C)unrecognised and unintended consequences of a social action
D)recognised and intended consequences of a social action

Accepted Answer

Latent functions are unintended and often unrecognized consequences of social actions or institutions. They are not the primary aim of the action but occur as a secondary effect.

Question 8

Theories that deal with the analysis of large-scale social structures and long-term processes of change is called
A)micro level theories
B)macro level theories
C)middle-range theories
D)symbolic interactionism

Accepted Answer

Macro level theories focus on large-scale social structures and the fundamental patterns and processes of social life, analyzing how these structures influence society and individual behavior over time.

Question 9

Levi-Strauss is a prominent
A)functionalist
B)interactionist
C)structural- functionalist
D)structuralist

Accepted Answer

Levi-Strauss is best known as a structuralist, a theoretical perspective that emphasizes the idea that elements of human culture must be understood in terms of their relationship to a larger, overarching system or structure.

Question 10

Who introduced the term sociological imagination?
A)lewis coser
B)c h cooley
C)c wright mills
D)max weber

Accepted Answer

C. Wright Mills introduced the term "sociological imagination" in 1959, emphasizing the ability to understand the relationship between individual experiences and the wider society.

Question 11

The Sociological paradigm that focuses on the way each part of society functions together to contribute to the whole is called
A)structuralism
B)structural-functionalism
C)conflict theory
D)symbolic interactionism

Accepted Answer

Structural-functionalism is the sociological paradigm that emphasizes how the various parts of a society function together to maintain and reproduce itself, viewing society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.

Question 12

Conflict theories operate at a -------- perspective
A)micro-level
B)macro-level
C)individual level
D)peripheral level

Accepted Answer

Conflict theories operate at a macro-level perspective, focusing on the structures of society and the large-scale forces that shape human behavior and social relations.

Question 13

Symbolic interactionism is known to be a -----------------
A)micro-level theory
B)macro-level theory
C)meso-level theory
D)middle-range theory

Accepted Answer

Symbolic interactionism is a micro-level theory that focuses on the interactions among individuals within society, emphasizing how personal interactions can affect a person's self-concept and social position.

Question 14

Symbolic interactionism focuses on ----------
A)structure of the society
B)function of the society
C)conflicts over resources
D)one to one interactions and communications

Accepted Answer

Symbolic interactionism is a sociological perspective that emphasizes the role of symbols and language as core elements of all human interaction. It focuses on the subjective meanings that people impose on objects, events, and behaviors. Therefore, it is particularly concerned with how individuals interpret and give meaning to their social world through one-to-one interactions and communications.

Question 15

Who among the following coined the term 'symbolic interactionism'?
A)herbert blumer
B)sigmund freud
C)c h cooley
D)george herbert mead

Accepted Answer

Herbert Blumer is credited with coining the term 'symbolic interactionism' to describe a distinct approach to the study of human life and human conduct.

Question 16

The dramaturgical model for the analysis of social interaction was developed by
A)erving goffman
B)sigmund freud
C)c h cooley
D)george herbert mead

Accepted Answer

Erving Goffman developed the dramaturgical model for analyzing social interaction, which views social life as a series of dramatic performances akin to those in theater.

Question 17

One of the major concept in social darwinism
A)struggle for existence
B)survival of the fittest
C)organic analogy
D)natural selection

Accepted Answer

Social Darwinism applies the concept of "survival of the fittest" to societies, suggesting that those who are most adaptable and competent naturally rise to the top of social or economic hierarchies.

Question 18

Who postulated the theory of social Darwinism?
A)herbert spencer
B)saint - simon
C)auguste comte
D)karl marx

Accepted Answer

Herbert Spencer is the philosopher most closely associated with the theory of Social Darwinism, a concept that applied the idea of "survival of the fittest" to society and politics.

Question 19

Which one of the following approaches mainly focuses on Consciousness
A)ethnomethodology
B)comparative method
C)phenomenology
D)functionlism

Accepted Answer

Phenomenology is the philosophical study of the structures of experience and consciousness. It focuses on how individuals perceive and make sense of the world, emphasizing the importance of personal perspective and consciousness.

Question 20

Looking glass Self theory was developed by
A)g.h.mead
B)erving goffmn
C)c.h.cooley
D)alfred schutz

Accepted Answer

The Looking Glass Self theory, which suggests that a person's self grows out of society's interpersonal interactions and the perceptions of others, was developed by Charles Horton Cooley.

Quiz 1: Sociological Concepts and Theories

The concept of 'dysfunction' is a major contribution of

The theoretical perspective that emphasises the importance of moral consensus in maintaining order and stability in a system is called

What are manifest functions?

Robert K Merton is a

Middle-range theories is a great contribution by

The evolutionary perspective holds the idea that

Latent functions are always

Theories that deal with the analysis of large-scale social structures and long-term processes of change is called

Levi-Strauss is a prominent

Who introduced the term sociological imagination?

The Sociological paradigm that focuses on the way each part of society functions together to contribute to the whole is called

Conflict theories operate at a -------- perspective

Symbolic interactionism is known to be a -----------------

Symbolic interactionism focuses on ----------

Who among the following coined the term 'symbolic interactionism'?

The dramaturgical model for the analysis of social interaction was developed by

One of the major concept in social darwinism

Who postulated the theory of social Darwinism?

Which one of the following approaches mainly focuses on Consciousness

Looking glass Self theory was developed by