Functionalism

Question 1

Define:

Functionalism

Answer 1

The whole of society is more important than the individuals

Question 2

Name:

Founder of Functionalism

Answer 2

Emile Durkheim

Question 3

What type of theory is functionalism?

Answer 3

• Top down
• Consensus

Question 4

What does social integration encourage?

Answer 4

• Social solidarity
• Community
• Belonging

Question 5

Define:

The organic analogy

Answer 5

Society requires all of its parts to function, like a body

Question 6

State:

Criticisms of functionalism

Answer 6

• Society is made up of individuals
• True social order is impossible
• We are not all socialised the same way
• Not everyone feels integrated into society

Question 7

Name:

The founder of “new right” functionalism

Answer 7

Charles Murray , 1984

Question 8

Name:

The class beaneath the working class

Answer 8

The underclass / “not working” class

Question 9

State:

Criticisms of “New Right” functionalism

Answer 9

• Ignores other reasons for unemployment
• ignores white collar crime

Question 10

Name:

Founder of the organic analogy

Answer 10

Talcott Parsons

Question 11

Youth deviance is letting off steam

Answer 11

Shmuel Eisentadt

Question 12

Youth is a rite of passage for learning skills of adulthood

Answer 12

Talcott Parsons

Question 13

Youth culture and deviance has increased due to increased consumerism aimed at youth

Answer 13

Mark Abrams