Interactionism

What is the Thomas Theorem?

• "If people define situations as real, they are real in their consequences."

• "Social reality is constructed through language and communication."

• "The perception of reality is subjective and varies from person to person."

• "Roles and statuses are irrelevant in social interactions."

According to the Thomas Theorem, why do statuses and roles matter?

• Because they are legally enforced.

• Because people perceive them as important.

• Because they are biologically determined.

• Because they are universally agreed upon.

What is the main idea behind Erving Goffman's dramaturgical analysis?

• Social interactions are like a game with winners and losers.

• Social interactions are like a play performed on stage.

• Social interactions are random and unpredictable.

• Social interactions are determined by economic factors.

What is impression management?

• The process of ignoring social norms.

• The process of controlling the information others receive about you.

• The process of creating new social roles.

• The process of eliminating social expectations.

What is the difference between frontstage and backstage in Goffman's analysis?

• Frontstage is where private interactions occur, backstage is public.

• Frontstage is where the performance happens, backstage is where preparation occurs.

• Frontstage is where roles are created, backstage is where they are destroyed.

• Frontstage is where conflicts occur, backstage is where resolutions happen.

Why might a teacher cursing while grading papers be considered a backstage activity?

• Because it is part of the public performance.

• Because it is a private activity that could ruin the public performance if seen.

• Because it is a legal requirement for teachers.

• Because it is a common practice in classrooms.

What is an example of nonverbal communication in Goffman's analysis?

• Writing a letter.

• Standing up straight to look respectable.

• Speaking loudly in a crowded room.

• Sending an email.

Why is the concept of performance central to understanding social interactions?

• Because it highlights the competitive nature of society.

• Because it shows how people work together to meet social expectations.

• Because it eliminates the need for social norms.

• Because it focuses on individual achievements.

What is the significance of the setting in Goffman's dramaturgical analysis?

• It is irrelevant to the performance.

• It acts as a prop to enhance the performance.

• It determines the outcome of the interaction.

• It is a distraction from the main performance.

How do background assumptions and experiences contribute to social reality?

• They have no impact on social reality.

• They help define what is considered real in social interactions.

• They create confusion in social interactions.

• They are only relevant in private settings.