Quiz on Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology

What does Structural Functionalism emphasize in society?

• Cultural symbols and meanings

• Historical origins of society

• Social order and interdependence

• Conflict and competition

According to Conflict Theory, society is viewed as an arena for what?

• Cooperation and harmony

• Symbolic interactions

• Cultural development

• Competition for scarce resources

What is the focus of Symbolic Interactionism?

• Historical context of society

• Social order and stability

• Meaning-making and interactions

• Conflict and change

What role do rules play in society according to the text?

• They help maintain social order

• They are irrelevant to social behavior

• They create conflict among individuals

• They only apply to written laws

How does E.B. Tylor define culture?

• A set of laws and customs

• A complex whole including knowledge and beliefs

• A collection of artistic expressions

• A system of social hierarchies

What does cultural relativism argue?

• Each culture is shaped by its own value system

• Cultures can be ranked objectively

• Culture is solely determined by material conditions

• All cultures are the same

According to Ralph Linton, what constitutes society?

• A collection of cultural artifacts

• Organized groups of individuals

• A set of written laws

• A network of economic transactions

What is a key aspect of culture mentioned in the text?

• It includes both material and immaterial elements

• It is irrelevant to social interactions

• It is only about artistic expressions

• It is static and unchanging

What does the term 'invisible rules' refer to?

• Rules that only apply to specific groups

• Cultural traditions that are well-known

• Unwritten norms that shape daily actions

• Written laws that govern behavior

What is the relationship between culture and society?

• Culture shapes society, but not vice versa

• They are completely independent

• Society is more important than culture

• They are interconnected and interdependent