Chapter 1, Part 2: Sociological Perspectives (GE USELF)

Which sociological theory would be most useful for analyzing the roles people play in professional settings?

• Structural Functionalism

• Dramaturgy

• Social Constructionism

• Professional Identity Theory

Which theory emphasizes the importance of shared symbols and meanings in social interactions?

• Structural Functionalism

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Dramaturgy

• Looking-Glass Self

What are the practical implications of understanding the "Looking-Glass Self" for teachers?

• Implementation of societal structures and norms

• Improvement of communication skills

• Addressing external perceptions that affect self-concept

• Using of role-playing exercises to improve self-worth

In the context of the Dramaturgical Approach, what does 'backstage' refer to?

• Society at large

• Personal spaces where individuals are not in a performative role

• Social media platforms

• Professional or work settings

Which of the following theories would be most concerned with the societal roles that contribute to social stability?

• Structural Functionalism

• Looking-Glass Self

• Social Constructionism

• Symbolic Interactionism

How does Social Constructionism expand upon the limitations of Structural Functionalism?

• By focusing on social stability and harmony

• By accounting for individual agency in shaping reality

• By emphasizing fixed roles and structures in the society

• By focusing on symbols used in verbal interactions

Which theory would best analyze the impact of social media on self-perception?

• Structural Functionalism

• Dramaturgy

• Looking Glass Self

• Transcendental Idealism

Which theory would most likely argue that societal norms are instrumental in shaping individual behavior but not necessarily individual thoughts and feelings?

• Structural Functionalism

• Looking Glass Self

• Dramaturgy

• Social Constructionism

In the context of Symbolic Interactionism, what role does language play in shaping the self?

• Language allows individuals to create and share meaning.

• Language enforces social stability, peace, and order.

• Language carries symbols which shape self-concept.

• Language is a barrier to self-understanding, unless it is used in role-playing.

What would be a critique of the Looking-Glass Self from a Social Constructionism perspective?

• Looking-Glass Self is too individualistic and fails to account for the influence of larger societal structures.

• Looking-Glass Self is too focused on the physical appearance of the self.

• Looking-Glass Self is too focused on the internal thoughts and feelings of the individual.

• Looking-Glass Self is too focused on the biological aspects of the self.