SOSC 0206 Midterm review

Which of the following is a characteristic of quantitative research methods?

• In-depth interviews

• Ethnographic studies

• Statistical analysis

• Participant observation

Which of the following is a macro theory in sociology that focuses on the stability and functioning of society?

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Social Exchange Theory

• Functionalism

• Ethnomethodology

A common data collection technique in quantitative research is

• Surveys

• Focus groups

• Interviews

• Participant observation

Erving Goffman's dramaturgical theory compares everyday social interactions to

• A scientific experiment

• A theatrical performance

• A competitive game

• A mechanical system

According to C. Wright Mills, which of the following best demonstrates the use of the sociological imagination?

• Viewing unemployment as solely a personal failure

• Understanding that personal troubles are linked to public issues like economic downturns

• Believing that all social problems are caused by individual choices

• Ignoring the role of social structures in shaping individual behavior

Which type of socialization occurs during early childhood and is crucial for the development of basic values and behaviors?

• Primary socialization

• Anticipatory socialization

• Secondary socialization

• Resocialization

One disadvantage of qualitative research is

• It relies too heavily on statistical data

• It often lacks depth and detail

• It can be time-consuming and labour-intensive

• It does not allow for the study of complex phenomena

According to conflict theory, society is best understood through the lens of

• Cooperation and harmony

• Shared values and norms

• Individual interactions and meanings

• Power struggles and inequality

Which of the following is considered an agent of socialization?

• Technology

• Genetics

• Natural environment

• Religion

Which historical event did not significantly contribute to the development of sociology as a discipline?

• African Slavery

• The Industrial Revolution

• The French Revolution

• The Enlightenment