Foundations of Sociology Review

How did Auguste Comte contribute to the development of sociology as a science?

• By translating works of other sociologists into French

• By applying research to study social life and coining the term "sociology"

• By developing the Conflict Theory

• By focusing on the effect of society on the individual

Which sociologist believed that social change and unrest were natural and led to stability and perfection, and that no steps should be taken to correct societal problems?

• Karl Marx

• Emile Durkheim

• Herbert Spencer

• Max Weber

Analyze how Karl Marx's concept of the proletariat and bourgeoisie contributes to the Conflict Theory.

• It suggests that social change is unnecessary.

• It highlights the power imbalance and competition over resources between classes.

• It emphasizes the importance of shared beliefs in society.

• It focuses on the role of symbols in social interactions.

What is the primary focus of Emile Durkheim's Functionalism theory?

• The role of symbols in social interactions

• The observable and testable features of society

• The power dynamics between different social classes

• The effect of society on the individual

Evaluate the impact of Max Weber's theory of social stratification on the study of sociology.

• It defined social differences through class, status, and power

• It emphasized the importance of shared beliefs and values in society.

• It introduced the concept of social classes based solely on economic status.

• It focused on the natural progression of social change and unrest.

How did Harriet Martineau contribute to the dissemination of Auguste Comte's ideas?

• By developing the Conflict Theory

• By emphasizing the importance of shared beliefs in society

• By focusing on the role of symbols in social interactions

• By translating his work from French to English

Discuss the significance of W.E.B. DuBois's work in the context of race and racism in sociology.

• He focused on the role of symbols in social interactions.

• He developed the Functionalism theory.

• He authored books that are crucial to understanding race and racism in the economy.

• He emphasized the natural progression of social change and unrest.

What is the main idea behind the Symbolic Interactionist Theory?

• Individuals interact using symbols that represent something else.

• Social change is driven by class conflict.

• Society is a set of interconnected parts that work together for stability

• Social change and unrest are natural and lead to stability.

How does the Conflict Perspective explain the maintenance of power by dominant groups in society?

• Through the consensus of shared beliefs and values

• By establishing rules and procedures to protect their interests

• By focusing on the role of symbols in social interactions

• Through the natural progression of social change and unrest

Analyze the role of dysfunction in the Functionalism theory.

• It is a positive consequence that stabilizes society.

• It focuses on the role of symbols in social interactions

• It emphasizes the power dynamics between social classes.

• It is a negative consequence that disrupts societal stability.