Sociology Unit 1

the groups of memberships that people have because of their location in history and society

an examination of large-scale patterns of society

the view that a sociologist's personal values or biases should not influence social research

the application of the scientific method to the social world

What is a theoretical framework in which society is viewed as composed of various parts, each with a function that, when fulfilled contributes to society's equilibrium? Options: functional analysis, conflict theory, class conflict, symbolic interactionalism

the use of sociology to solve problems- from the micro level of family relationships to the macro level of crime and pollution

the degree to which people feel a part of social groups

Marx's term for the struggle between capitalists and workers

What requires the development of theories that can be tested by research? Options: theory, science, positivism, sociology

a theoretical perspective in which society is viewed as composed of symbols that people use to establish meaning, develop their views of the world, and communicate with one another