chapter 2

Question 1

Microsociology

Answer 1

this focus on the examination of smaller group interactions

Question 2

Macrosociology

Answer 2

this focuses on the examination of society as a whole

Question 3

Theory

Answer 3

systematic explanations of empirically observed social patterns

Question 4

Social theory

Answer 4

to have a clear understanding of society and the social world

Question 5

Major theoretical paradigms

Answer 5

Functionalism
Conflict theory
Symbolic interactionism
Feminist theory
Indigenous theory

Question 6

Functionalism

Answer 6

Emile Durkheim
investigates structural change over time.
Focuses on the role of institutions and how we can measure institutional change through large-scale quantitative research.
Functionalists examine how society is organized and the role of institutions in reinforcing social order.

Question 7

Conflict Theory

Answer 7

Marx and Weber
society consist of social groups that struggle with each other to dominate society and its institutions, or at least, to achieve equal access (macro-level sociology)
Conflict theory aims to uncover and better understand inequalities in society related to access to resources, power, and privilege
Uses methods that uncover and clarify inequalities and conflict among social groups.

Question 8

Symbolic Interactionism

Answer 8

Symbolic interactionism suggests that society is constructed through human interpretation and communication, and our actions are based on how we interpret the world around us.

Question 9

Feminist theory

Answer 9

Feminist theory aims to understand the root causes of gender inequality and to promote social justice by transforming the societal norms and institutions that uphold gender biases.

Question 10

Standpoint Theory

Answer 10

Standpoint theory argues that by listening to and valuing the experiences and insights of marginalized groups, society can gain a deeper and more accurate understanding of social realities and work towards greater equality and justice.

Question 11

Indigenous Theory

Answer 11

Indigenous theory advocates for the recognition and integration of Indigenous knowledge and perspectives in broader academic, social, and political contexts, aiming to honor and uplift Indigenous voices and contributions.

Question 12

The five main goals for using methods

Answer 12

Enumeration and description
Prediction
Explanation
Debunking
Social justice