Sociology

Question 1

This pertains to the scientific study of human life and social groups. It uses the scientific method to analyze broad topics such as the interaction of two persons or the causes of global terrorism.

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Sociology

Question 2

It examines how a society/group influences people.

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Sociological perspective

Question 3

This is the corners in life people occupy because of their place in a society. It can be determined by one’s ethnicity, age, race, civil status, financial situation, etc

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Social location

Question 4

This involves “thinking out of the box” to challenge conventional wisdom and ideas

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Sociological imagination

Question 5

This is a set of traditions, rules, and symbols that shape and are enacted as feelings, thoughts and behaviors of a group of people

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Culture

Question 6

Determine the aspect of culture being described:

The community of Appletown believes that if any action harming the fellow man, his property or relatives, is done, it is recognized as wrong.

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Values

Question 7

Determine the aspect of culture being described:

Some members of the community of Bagohoy believe there to be a half man, half horse creature that lurks during the late nights, searching for women and children to devour.

Answer 7

Beliefs

Question 8

Determine the aspect of culture being described:

Men must show respect to women at all times, recognize their role in society and work harmoniously with them

Answer 8

Norms

Question 9

Determine the aspect of culture being described:

According to the Data Privacy Law, data of a private individual may only be disclosed or kept with their permission

Answer 9

Norms

Question 10

Determine the aspect of culture being described:

Americans commonly believe in the American dream, that anyone who works hard enough will be successful and wealthy. Supplementing this belief is the value that wealth is good and important

Answer 10

Beliefs

Question 11

Determine the aspect of culture being described:

In Korea, persons who are older are addressed formally.

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Norms

Question 12

This pertains to the structure of a society

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Social organization

Question 13

Describe the aspect of social organization:

In a classroom, there are students and there is a teacher.

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Social status

Question 14

Describe the aspect of social organization:

The students fulfill their duty by studying, socializing, and practicing to become good and equitable citizens.

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Social role

Question 15

Describe the aspect of social organization:

In the school, there are cliques or niche groups which align with each other based on their collective interests.

Answer 15

Groups

Question 16

Describe the aspect of social organization:

The government is responsible for drafting policies and regulating them to promote the country’s prosperity and progress.

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Institution

Question 17

A boy across the street helps an elderly woman cross. What aspect of culture is being described?

Answer 17

Norms

Question 18

Students work hard to achieve their dreams of wealth and success. What aspect of society is being described?

Answer 18

Norms