Exploring Sociological Theories Quiz

Which theoretical perspective in sociology focuses on the way each part of society functions together to contribute to the whole?

• Conflict Theory

• Functionalism

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Feminist Theory

Which theory emphasises the role of power and inequality in shaping social life?

• Social Constructionism

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Conflict Theory

• Functionalism

Which perspective is most concerned with the meanings and symbols that individuals attach to their social world?

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Feminist Theory

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

Which theory examines the ways in which gender, race, and class intersect to create systems of oppression and privilege?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Feminist Theory

• Social Constructionism

Which theoretical perspective argues that reality is constructed through social processes and interactions?

• Social Constructionism

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Conflict Theory

• Functionalism

Which perspective would most likely explore how societal norms and values are maintained through institutions like family and education?

• Conflict Theory

• Functionalism

• Feminist Theory

• Social Constructionism

Which theory would focus on the power dynamics and struggles between different social classes?

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Feminist Theory

• Conflict Theory

• Social Constructionism

Which perspective is likely to analyse how individuals use symbols to create social life?

• Functionalism

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Feminist Theory

• Conflict Theory

Which theory would be most concerned with how gender roles are socially constructed and maintained?

• Social Constructionism

• Feminist Theory

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

Which perspective would argue that our understanding of reality is shaped by social interactions and cultural norms?

• Symbolic Interactionism

• Social Constructionism

• Conflict Theory

• Functionalism