Social action theory

Social action theory

12th Grade

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Social action theory

Social action theory

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Social Studies

12th Grade

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Emma Weir

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

1. What is one feature of social action theory?
Social structures are a social construction created by individuals. Not a separate entity above them.
Behavior is determined solely by institutions
It focuses only on large-scale trends
It emphasizes structural explanations

2.

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2. According to social action theory, what drives behaviour?
Government regulations
Media influences
Structural factors and institutions
Beliefs, meanings, and feelings of individuals

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

3. Which level of sociological explanation deals with structural factors?
Cause
Meaning
Both cause and meaning
Neither cause nor meaning

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

4. What is an example of value rational action?
Working efficiently for higher wages
Completing rituals for salvation
Repeating actions without thought
Following routine customs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

5. What method does social action theory emphasize to uncover meanings?
Surveys and experiments
Interpretivist methodology
Historical research
Statistical analysis

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

6. What does the term "Verstehen" mean in social action theory?
Empathy
Prediction
Control
Observation

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

7. Why can meaning be difficult to interpret in social action research?
Researchers are always biased
Different individuals may have varying interpretations
Meaning is always straightforward
Meaning is not important in social action research

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