This quiz covers material from Chapters 1 & 2 (Intro to Sociology & Sociological Research).
There are 20 multiple-choice questions.
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1. A sociologist conducting a structured interview is most likely using which method?
2. Which of the following is an early focus of sociology?
3. According to Emile Durkheim, which factor strongly influences suicide rates?
4. What major social transformation helped give rise to sociology?
5. What principle requires researchers to protect participants from harm?
6. The conflict perspective views society as:
7. The functionalist view emphasizes:
8. An example of symbolic meaning is:
9. Who is often credited with coining the term sociology?
10. Which term best describes the purpose of theory in sociology?
11. Which of the following is most analogous to a sociological theory?
12. According to functionalists, institutions in society:
13. Which method is most likely to involve observing people in natural settings?
14. Why are theories important in sociology?
15. Which of the following best describes the approach of early sociologists?
16. Symbolic interactionists focus on:
17. According to symbolic interactionists, symbols are:
18. According to Karl Marx, history is primarily driven by:
19. What metaphor do functionalists use to describe society?
20. What is the purpose of sociological research?