Quiz on Structural Functionalism

Who is associated with the concept of 'organic analogy' in the study of social structures?

• Emile Durkheim

• Herbert Spencer

• Robert Merton

• Karl Marx

What term did Emile Durkheim use to describe the norms and values that govern social life?

• Social institutions

• Social roles

• Social statuses

• Social facts

According to Robert Merton, which type of function is the obvious and intended function?

• Social role

• Dysfunction

• Manifest function

• Latent function

What is the primary focus of structural functionalism?

• Individual behavior

• Social change

• Interrelated parts of society

• Economic systems

What does social status refer to?

• A person's beliefs

• A person's social role

• A person's rank or position in society

• A person's behavior

What is a dysfunction in sociology?

• An unintended action with negative effects

• A manifest function

• A recognized social role

• An intended action with positive effects

How do functionalists view social change?

• As a response to tension within a social system

• As a result of individual actions

• As a permanent state

• As irrelevant to society

What is a social institution?

• A temporary social role

• A single individual's behavior

• A type of social status

• A set of established patterns of behaviors, beliefs, and relationships

What happens when one part of the social system changes, according to structural-functionalists?

• Nothing, it remains stable

• Other parts must readjust

• It leads to complete chaos

• It has no impact on society

Which of the following is NOT considered a social fact by Durkheim?

• Personal opinions

• Religious beliefs

• Laws

• Customs