Intro into social theory

Question 1

5 key theories?

Answer 1

• Functionalism
• Marxism
• Feminism
• Interactionalism
• Postmodernism

Question 2

Structural theory

Answer 2

Analyses the way in which society fits together or how society is structured as a whole. Human behaviours is largely determined by society

Question 3

Social action theory

Answer 3

Seen as being the product of human activity. Human behaviour = seen as critical in the development of society