Sociology: Studying Society and Social Structures

What is the primary focus of sociology?

• Examining the role of technology in modern society

• Studying individual behavior in isolation

• Understanding how human actions shape and are shaped by cultural and social structures

• Analyzing the impact of the Industrial Revolution

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Main idea

Why does the author discuss various sociological theories and perspectives?

• To argue that one perspective is superior

• To highlight the complexity of sociological studies

• To demonstrate the application of these theories in real-world scenarios

• To provide a historical account of sociology

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Author's purpose

Based on the passage, which statement best reflects an inference about the role of media in society?

• The media's role is diminishing in the digital age

• Media primarily serves as an entertainment source

• Media is the leading cause of social change

• Media influences societal perceptions and opinions

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Evidence and inferences

In the context of the passage, what does the term 'empirical' most closely mean?

• Historical

• Theoretical

• Based on observation or experience

• Complex

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Vocabulary