Theory Questions Flashcards
Explain the difference between sex and gender
sex is the biological differences and gender is the social construct in which you believe you best associate yourself with
Explain why the personal is political
because a persons beliefs determine their political value
Suggest three ways women’s subordination benefits capitalism
cheap and flexible labour force
they work at home for free
they are targeted for products such as skin care
Why do difference feminists criticise white Western families?
They argue that these families often reinforce traditional gender roles and perpetuate inequality
Why is social action theory described as a micro and ‘bottom up’ theory?
It focuses on individuals and their actions within social situations.
Outline the four types of action classified by Weber
Instrumental rational action
Value rational action
Affectual action
Traditional action
Outline two symbolic interaction concepts
Symbolic meaning - Shared understanding and interpretation of symbols
Social interaction - How individuals engage with one another through communication
Outline two phenomenological concepts
Lived experience
Phenomenological reduction
Explain the difference between indexicality and reflexivity
Indexicality is the relationship between language and context, reflexivity is about individuals reflecting on their own thoughts.
Explain what is meant by ontological security
Outline four criticisms of social action theories
Outline two factors that have led to a global culture
Globalisation and technological advancements
Outline three postmodern ideas and two criticisms of this theory
Fragmentation and Pluralism
Deconstruction of Grand Narratives
Simulacra and Hyperreality
Lack of coherence and neglect of material conditions
What is the key difference between post and late modern theories?
PM emphasise the complexity and diversity of social life, LM acknowledge the ongoing processes of social change
Explain the link between modernity and risk
