Question 1

Sociology as an Individual Pastime
-Berger believes that sociology:

Accepted Answer

Berger states that sociology is a discipline that requires passion and involvement from its practitioners in order to be successful. He argues that merely going through the motions of conducting sociological research without genuine interest and curiosity will not yield meaningful results. Therefore, choice A is the best option as it aligns with Berger's perspective.

Question 2

Sociology as an Individual Pastime
-Berger writes about several images people have of sociologists. Which is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Berger mentions four images of sociologists, but the option (C) of sociologist as celebrity, often appearing on television to give an opinion of news events and social problems, is not one of them. The other three images mentioned are sociologist as scientist with a sense of inferiority about the quality of his or her science, sociologist as statistician, and sociologist as solver of society's problems.

Question 3

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination)
-Mills calls society's organization and methods of operating:

Accepted Answer

Durkheim believed that sociology should focus on studying social facts, which are aspects of social life that cannot be explained by individual actors but are instead driven by the larger social structure. This perspective sets sociology apart from other social sciences that focus on individual psychology or behavior.

Question 4

Sociology as an Individual Pastime
-Sociologists make an effort to do many things. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Sociologists are not typically focused on discovering potential threats to their country's security and communicating them to the government. This is typically the job of intelligence agencies and national security personnel. Sociologists are more focused on understanding and analyzing social phenomena and practices.

Question 5

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM
-According to Durkheim, a social fact is:

Accepted Answer

A social fact is a characteristic or fact about society, rather than about individuals.

Question 6

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination)
-The major distinction or comparison Mills uses throughout his essay is:

Accepted Answer

Mills distinguishes between personal experiences of individuals (biography) and society as a whole (history) and argues that to fully understand social issues, we need to connect these two dimensions, called the sociological imagination. He argues that our personal experiences are shaped by broader societal forces and we must examine the intersection of the two to understand social issues. The other options presented are not the primary distinction or comparison used by Mills in his essay.

Question 7

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination)
-"The __________ requires us, above all, to think ourselves away from the familiar routine of our daily lives in order to look at things anew," write Anthony Giddens and Mitchell Duneier

Accepted Answer

The quote is referring to the concept of the sociological imagination, which involves the ability to connect personal experiences with larger social and historical issues. It requires stepping outside of our personal routines and examining things from a broader perspective. The other choices do not fit the context of the quote.

Question 8

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM
-Based on Durkheim's argument, one could conclude that individuals:

Accepted Answer

Durkheim argues that society imposes constraints on individuals, leading them to conform to societal norms and expectations.

Question 9

The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL
-Georg Simmel's essay "The Stranger":

Accepted Answer

Georg Simmel's essay "The Stranger" examines the relationship between persons immersed in a situation and someone who is present but not involved in the situation. Simmel suggests that the stranger occupies a unique social position, being both inside and outside of a group, which enables them to see the group's norms and values more objectively.

Question 10

Sociology as an Individual Pastime
-When we talk about sociological methods we are referring to:

Accepted Answer

Sociological methods refer to the processes by which sociologists gather and analyze data, including both quantitative and qualitative methods such as surveys, experiments, observations, and interviews. It is a key component of sociological research and inquiry. The other options are not accurate descriptions of sociological methods.

Question 11

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination)
-A significant reason for the importance of sociological understanding is that:

Accepted Answer

The sociological imagination emphasizes the connection between personal experiences and public issues. As the rate of social change has increased, individuals may feel disoriented and struggle to understand broader societal issues affecting them. Developing a sociological understanding can help individuals better navigate these changes and understand the larger social forces at play.

Question 12

The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL
-What characterizes the stranger, according to Simmel?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL
-What characterizes the stranger,...

Question 13

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM
-Émile Durkheim is:

Accepted Answer

Émile Durkheim was a 19th-century French sociologist and one of the founders of the sociological discipline. He is regarded as one of the key figures in the development of modern sociology. Durkheim's work focused on the study of social facts, the ways in which society regulates individual behavior, and the role of religion in society. His book, The Rules of Sociological Method, is a classic work in sociological theory and methodology.

Question 14

Sociology as an Individual Pastime
-The sociologist Berger describes is a person who is:

Accepted Answer

Berger describes the sociologist as someone who is "curious about everything people do," indicating an interest in understanding human behavior and social dynamics. While sociologists may be committed to changing the world or knowledgeable about political behavior, these traits are not essential to Berger's description. Additionally, there is no indication that the sociologist is necessarily easy to get along with or admired by others.

Question 15

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination)
-In The Sociological Imagination, C. Wright Mills argues that personal troubles:

Accepted Answer

C. Wright Mills argues that personal troubles should be understood in the social context in which they occur and recognized as social issues that many others face as well. He believes that sociologists should view individual problems as related to public issues and seek to understand the larger structural forces at play that contribute to the problem. By recognizing the social context in which problems exist, individuals can begin to see other possible solutions beyond individualized responses.

Question 16

Sociology as an Individual Pastime
-According to Peter Berger (Invitation to Sociology), the discipline of sociology is defined by:

Accepted Answer

Peter Berger defines sociology as the effort to understand society in a scientific way. He emphasizes the importance of using systematic and empirical methods to study social phenomena, which is a core aspect of scientific inquiry. While statistics may be used in sociology, they are not the defining characteristic of the discipline. Similarly, while higher education can lead to good works and improved living conditions, this is not what sociology is primarily concerned with. Finally, while sociology does value privacy, this is not the central defining feature of the discipline.

Question 17

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination)
-Mills talks about unemployment, war, marriage, and the city in order to show that:

Accepted Answer

Mills emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between personal experiences and their social context. He argues that what happens to individuals and how they behave is strongly influenced by their social situation. He uses examples such as unemployment, war, marriage, and the city to illustrate how public issues (such as unemployment rates or urbanization) can shape individual experiences (such as job loss or city living conditions). Therefore, choice D is the best answer.

Question 18

The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL
-Which term can best be applied to the stranger?

Accepted Answer

The stranger is often portrayed as someone who is able to see the facts for what they are, without being biased by personal connections or affiliations. Simmel describes the stranger as being both close to and distant from the group, which allows them to maintain an objective perspective.

Question 19

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM
-Social facts have what characteristics, according to Durkheim?

Accepted Answer

According to Durkheim, social facts are external to the individual, meaning they exist outside of any particular person and are not dependent on their individual beliefs or actions. They also constrain individuals by shaping their behavior and choices, and can coercively impel individuals to act in certain ways.

Question 20

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM
-Probably the best synonyms for social facts are:

Accepted Answer

Social facts, as defined by Durkheim, refer to the ways of thinking, acting, and feeling that exist outside of individual consciousness and are shared by members of a society. This aligns closely with the concepts of society and culture. History and biography are more focused on individual experiences, while the individual and the group and reason and emotion are too broad to accurately capture the unique nature of social facts.

Quiz 1: The Study of Sociology

Sociology as an Individual Pastime -Berger believes that sociology:

Sociology as an Individual Pastime -Berger writes about several images people have of sociologists. Which is NOT one of them?

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination) -Mills calls society's organization and methods of operating:

Sociology as an Individual Pastime -Sociologists make an effort to do many things. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM -According to Durkheim, a social fact is:

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination) -The major distinction or comparison Mills uses throughout his essay is:

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination) -"The __________ requires us, above all, to think ourselves away from the familiar routine of our daily lives in order to look at things anew," write Anthony Giddens and Mitchell Duneier

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM -Based on Durkheim's argument, one could conclude that individuals:

The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL -Georg Simmel's essay "The Stranger":

Sociology as an Individual Pastime -When we talk about sociological methods we are referring to:

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination) -A significant reason for the importance of sociological understanding is that:

The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL -What characterizes the stranger, according to Simmel?

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM -Émile Durkheim is:

Sociology as an Individual Pastime -The sociologist Berger describes is a person who is:

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination) -In The Sociological Imagination, C. Wright Mills argues that personal troubles:

Sociology as an Individual Pastime -According to Peter Berger (Invitation to Sociology) , the discipline of sociology is defined by:

Personal Experiences and Public Issues (from The Sociological Imagination) -Mills talks about unemployment, war, marriage, and the city in order to show that:

The Stranger GEORG SIMMEL -Which term can best be applied to the stranger?

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM -Social facts have what characteristics, according to Durkheim?

What Makes Sociology Different? (from The Rules of Sociological Method) ÉMILE DURKHEIM -Probably the best synonyms for social facts are: