Chapter 1

theory

By linking specific facts together to give us meaning, we create a

False

Sociological generalizations are the same as simple stereotypes. True or False?

human society

Sociology is the systematic study of _______________

manifest functions

The recognized and intended consequences of a social pattern are referred to as

patterns of social inequality

The social-conflict approach draws attention to

True

The sociological perspective reveals that personal decisions such as whom we marry are shaped to a large degree by our social environment. True or False?

structural-functional approach

The theoretical approach in sociology that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability is the

True

Validity refers to actually measuring exactly what one intends to measure. True or False?

social structure

Which of the following concepts refers to relatively stable patterns of social behavior?

symbolic-interaction approach

Which theoretical approach highlights the fact that it is not so much what people do that matters as much as the meaning they attach to their behavior?