Class 11 Sociology Chapter 2 Sociological Perspectives Quiz 2 (60 MCQs)

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1. Society is defined by a competition for a lack of resources
2. Which theoretical perspective would be interested in studying the way different societies carry out weddings and marriage ceremonies? (i.e.-studying the use of "unity candles")
3. What does symbolic interactionism emphasize in shaping social behavior?
4. The exchange of rings during a wedding signifies love and commitment in many cultures.
5. What is a key theme related to social relationships in the material?
6. Which theory would most likely argue that societal norms are instrumental in shaping individual behavior but not necessarily individual thoughts and feelings?
7. How does conflict theory view the distribution of power in society?
8. What is the role of 'class struggle' in Marxist theory?
9. According to Marxist Feminism, women's oppression is due to what?
10. Sociology is .....
11. Emile Durkheim is most closely associated with which major sociological approach?
12. The utilitarian aim of education is also known as
13. German Economist. He is best known for introducing Conflict Theory to the study of Sociology
14. Fill in the blank: ..... is membership driven by material rewards.
15. Group of people who share a culture and a territory
16. In the Sociological perspectives ..... is the subject of one's own experience of phenomena, perception, emotions, thoughts.
17. Which sociological theory would be most useful for analyzing the roles people play in professional settings?
18. States that society is held together by social consensus or cohesion, in which members of society agree to work for what is best for society.
19. Fill in the blank:An ..... is a specific explanation of how a concept is measured.
20. Sociology is the scientific study of social structure
21. A handshake can symbolize respect or agreement, depending on the context.
22. Which perspective is the creation of E. Durkheim?
23. This individual's most notable contribution to Sociology was studying the links between religion and suicide rates.
24. Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development:What is the progression described in this theory?
25. BONUS QUESTION! Who is seen as the "father of sociology" ?
26. Which theory states that society is a group of parts that work together for the greater good?
27. Are there fights over power?
28. The man most associated with Conflict Theory is .....
29. What does the blue section of the pyramid likely represent in Marxist theory?
30. What is the significance of 'class consciousness' in Marxist theory?
31. There are generally two levels of analysis in sociology, which may also be regarded as branches of sociology. They are ..... and .....
32. George Herbert Mead is responsible for developing which theory?
33. Which perspective sees education as one way that labeling theory is seen in action?
34. Which perspective contends that education contributes to preparing students for society through manifest and latent functions?
35. SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS:Social institutions such as politics, education, and religion represent the interests of those in power and thus create and maintain inequalities in society.
36. Fill in the blank: ..... is data collection in natural settings.
37. This is the type of social comparison where we compare our self to those who are worse than us
38. What is microsociological perspective?
39. Traffic laws create order on the roads, reducing accidents and allowing society to function smoothly.
40. According to Functionalism some aspects of society are unintended. Unintended functions of society are .....
41. Fill in the blank: ..... are inactive substances or treatments used in experiments to test effectiveness.
42. The idea of seeing society as a theatrical play is .....
43. Which sociological perspective emphasizes that pastimes like sports "bring together" members of a community or even nation and promote an overall feeling of unity and social solidarity?
44. A group's patterns of behavior
45. What kinds of meaning can be attached to what is done?
46. What happens when part of the group gains power and another loses?
47. Large corporations lobby to influence policies in their favor, sidelining the interests of ordinary citizens.
48. Which sociologist is known for using symbolic interactionism in social reform?
49. Focuses on the negative, conflicted, and ever-changing nature of society
50. Education is the manifestation of perfection already in man. Whose words are these?
51. In 'The Breakfast Club, ' which character most clearly represents the conflict between social groups due to their socioeconomic status?
52. What term was coined by Comte and refers to the moral obligation of individuals to serve others?
53. What does each part do to help society work?
54. Seeing the parts of society as gears in a machine is associated with .....
55. The wealthy fight to maintain their privileged access to higher education by opposing things that would broaden access
56. Being able to look at things from multiple perspectives or see your life connected to the world at large is to have this .....
57. What are some criticisms of functionalism as a sociological perspective?
58. According to Feminist views, why do girls tend to succeed more in education?
59. Which one is the dysfunction of the drug?
60. SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS:Social institutions such as politics, education, and religion provide critical functions for the needs of society and help maintain order and unity.