Exam 2: Understanding Theory

A symbolic interactionist would most likely study a corporation's decision to hire a White applicant over a better qualified racial minority by studying the ______.

Two sociologists are working in the marketing department of a large company. John happened to mention that he had just gotten a raise, for which he was eternally grateful to the company because he hadn't had a raise in five years. Melinda said that was disgraceful; the company was totally taking advantage of him and profiting off his work, and they should have given him a raise and a promotion years ago. Melinda most likely subscribes to the ______ perspective.

Emilie Durkheim focused on social solidarity, which is based on order in society.

When individuals work for the good of their society, they are participating in social solidarity.

When using the structural functionalist theoretical perspective, sociologists focus on ______.

Which of these is a primary social institution?

Structural functionalism focuses on ______, such as the family, religion, or education.

According to social functionalists, social change ______.

Considering the looking glass self theory, how would an individual starting a new job be most likely to react to praise during the first week of work?

Structural functionalist theorists view society as harmonious, whereas conflict theorists view society as ______.

How would structural functionalists use organic solidarity to explain the role of education?

According to the ______ perspective, stratification is ultimately created and sustained through social systems, which must be made more just.

In Marx's view of capitalism, he labeled the factory workers as the ______.

Define Marx's theory of false consciousness. Apply it to a contemporary problem.

Explain the structural functionalist perspective and how it relates to society.

A social status consists of ______, which are defined by tasks and behaviors that are elements of the occupied status.

What would be a micro-level of analysis of education as a social institution?

A child learns how to communicate using both verbal and nonverbal methods. The channels that provide these methods of communication create meaning for society. Which sociological perspective would propose this?

Explain and illustrate the components of the dramaturgical theory through your own example of a social interaction.

Which of these is a characteristic of social institutions?