Sociology chapter four

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According to Emile Durkheim, organic solidarity is __________.

characterized by interdependence and practical considerations

According to __________, interaction is based on assumptions of shared expectancies. For example, when you are talking with someone, what expectations do you have that you and the person with whom you are speaking will take turns speaking?

ethnomethodologists

__________ emphasize the role of social institutions in accomplishing essential tasks for society.

Functionalist

Ferdinand Tӧnnies used the term __________ to refer to a traditional society in which social relationships are based on personal bonds of friendship and kinship and on intergenerational stability.

Gemeinschaft

The expectations for being a college student include attending class, completing assignments, and being involved in campus activities. These expectations are an example of a __________.

Role

Which of the following statements about social networks is false?

Social networks work equally well for people of all social classes.

Status symbols for the affluent and for the homeless may have completely different meanings—a full grocery shopping cart is indicative of wealth among the affluent and of poverty among the homeless.

True

Touching as a form of communication has a different meaning to women than to men, with women being more likely to use touch to indicate emotional support.

True

When Darlene takes a seat at the local diner, the server approaches the table and says, "Hi, I'm Matt. I'll be taking care of you today." This is an example of __________.

a social script

Explain the difference between a social institution and a formal organization. Provide examples from your life to illustrate the difference.

social institution: A set of organized beliefs and rules established how a society will attempt to meet basic needs. For example, the family, religion, and education. The social structure of my family comprises of my mom, dad, and younger sister. My family is run on the rules that we respect each other and put God first. formal organization: A highly structured group formed for the purpose of completing certain tasks or achieving specific goals. For example, the college I go to IWU, is a formal institution because it is structured to complete the goal of teaching students to become better educated for their future.


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