Chapter Quiz 2.1 Flashcards
What is the primary focus of Ecological Theory?
The interaction between individuals and their environments
What does Structural Functionalism suggest happens when there is a breakdown in society?
It leads to dysfunction
Which theory is more positive and optimistic about society?
Structural Functionalism
What does the term “macrosystem” refer to in Ecological Theory?
The overarching patterns of culture, politics, and economy
What does the Life Course Perspective focus on?
The timing of events in an individual’s life and their social context
According to Conflict Theory, what is the outcome of the competition for limited resources?
Perpetual conflict
What does the Thomas Theorem state:
If people define something as real, it becomes real in its consequences
What does the term “exosystem” refer to in Ecological Theory?
Settings where the person does not actively participate but that affect them
Which theory assumes that power is not evenly distributed in society?
Conflict Theory
Which theory is likely to study the impact of gender on family roles?
Feminist Theory
Who is considered the founder of Conflict Theory?
Karl Marx
Which theory looks at the connections between two microsystems:
Ecological Theory
Which theory views society as being in a state of balance, maintained by its component parts?
Structural Functionalism
What is a key concept in Symbolic Interactionism
Symbols
What does the Thomas Theorem state?
If people define something as real, it becomes real in its consequences
What is a latent function according to Structural Functionalism:
A less apparent, unintended function of institutions
Which theory is associated with the study of societal power and inequality?
Conflict Theory
What does Structural Functionalism compare society to?
A living organism
What is the primary focus of Family Developmental Theory?
The dynamic nature of families over time
Which theory examines the impact of gender on social inequality?
Feminist Theory
Which theory emphasizes the role of cultural and historical events in shaping family dynamics?
Life Course Perspective
What does the term “mesosystem” refer to in Ecological Theory?
The connections between two microsystems
Which theory suggests that society is composed of ever-present interactions?
Symbolic Interactionism
What does Family Systems Theory focus on?
The family as a complex, dynamic system
What is the focus of Family Developmental Theory:
The dynamic nature of families over time
Which theory might study the impact of cultural norms on gender roles:
Feminist Theory
Which theory is most likely to analyze revolutions and political strife?
Conflict Theory
What does Family Systems Theory focus on?
The family as a complex, dynamic system
Which theory is a micro theory focusing on interactions among individuals?
Symbolic Interactionism
Which theory would study the symbolic meaning of everyday greetings like “How are you?”
Symbolic Interactionism
