SOCI 1101 FINAL EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS
Structural Functionalism (Structural- Functional Theory) - Answer -This theory sees
society as a structure with interrelated parts designed to meet the biological and social
needs of the individuals in that society. Mainly founded by Herbert Spencer and Emile
Durkheim
Symbolic Interactionism - Answer -A theoretical perspective through which scholars
examine the relationship of individuals within their society by studying their
communication (language and symbols)
Conflict theory - Answer -A theory that looks at society as a competition for limited
resources. Mainly founded by Karl Marx and Max Weber
Monotheism vs. Polytheism vs. Atheism - Answer -Monotheism is belief in one God,
Polytheism is the belief in many Gods, and Atheism is the belief in no Gods
Totemism - Answer -The belief in a divine connection between humans and other
natural beings
Animism - Answer -The belief that non-human beings, like animals, plants, and other
objects of the natural world, have souls/ are divine
Pluralism - Answer -Diversity in society, with people from many cultures and beliefs,
with universal tolerance/ acceptance. Associated with the salad bowl metaphor.
How are roles in the family structure viewed by structural functionalists, symbolic
interactionists, and conflict theorists? - Answer -Structural functionalists view families
as having roles essential to the functioning of the family unit, and the roles must be
occupied for the unit to run smoothly, and raise the young.
Symbolic interactionists view the family as a group of role players or "actors" that come
together to act out their parts in an effort to construct a family. These roles are up for
interpretation.
Conflict theorists view families as arenas for power struggles. These exercises of power
often entail the performance of family status roles. The person with the most access to
resources is most often the most powerful.
How do you pass on your wealth and possessions? - Answer -
How does cohabitation affect the marital life regarding divorce? - Answer -Cohabitation
before marriage slightly lowers the likelihood of remaining married for at least ten years
How many pillars are essential to the Islamic faith? - Answer -5, all of which are key
practices that members of Islam are obligated to fulfill within their life. The five are
, Shahada (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (almsgiving), Sawm (fasting), and Hajj
(pilgrimage).
What can be concluded from the University of Virginia's National Marriage Project? -
Answer -Finances are important to a successful marriage
If you work with children, why is it important to be ever vigilant for any signs of child
abuse? - Answer -Most reports of child abuse come from non-relative adults who
interact with the child.
In the United States, which race would be considered the dominant group? - Answer -
White
In what religion is the yin-yang symbol found? - Answer -Taoism (or Daoism)
In which country is sex education required in public schools? - Answer -Sweden
What are the products of gender stereotyping? - Answer -Sexism, gender roles, sex-
typed behaviors
What are the sociological perspectives on religion? - Answer -Functionalists believe
religion provides individuals with spiritual answers, can provide emotional comfort, and
helps to create groups and foster interactions, as well as creating grounds for social
control
Interactionists think beliefs and experiences are not sacred unless individuals regard
them as sacred
Conflict theorists view religions as institutions that help maintain patterns of social
inequality
What correlation between religion and society did Max Weber see and study? - Answer
-Religion was very influential over the economy and the habits of the workers.
What do certain toys given to children reinforce? What is the act called? - Answer -Sex
or Gender-Roles. Gender socialization.
What does George Murdock's theory encourage a woman to do if her spouse passes
away and she has little children? - Answer -Go back to work and find childcare
What does the teaching of Confucius mean by jen? - Answer -The kind treatment of
every person
What are cults, sects, denominations, and ecclesias? - Answer -Cults are new religious
movements. The term is often associated with secretive, highly controlling groups, and
is sometimes used interchangeably with the term NRM (New Religious Movement).
Sects are offshoots of larger religious movements. Many denominations began as
sects, but many sects do not grow and just become established sects.
Structural Functionalism (Structural- Functional Theory) - Answer -This theory sees
society as a structure with interrelated parts designed to meet the biological and social
needs of the individuals in that society. Mainly founded by Herbert Spencer and Emile
Durkheim
Symbolic Interactionism - Answer -A theoretical perspective through which scholars
examine the relationship of individuals within their society by studying their
communication (language and symbols)
Conflict theory - Answer -A theory that looks at society as a competition for limited
resources. Mainly founded by Karl Marx and Max Weber
Monotheism vs. Polytheism vs. Atheism - Answer -Monotheism is belief in one God,
Polytheism is the belief in many Gods, and Atheism is the belief in no Gods
Totemism - Answer -The belief in a divine connection between humans and other
natural beings
Animism - Answer -The belief that non-human beings, like animals, plants, and other
objects of the natural world, have souls/ are divine
Pluralism - Answer -Diversity in society, with people from many cultures and beliefs,
with universal tolerance/ acceptance. Associated with the salad bowl metaphor.
How are roles in the family structure viewed by structural functionalists, symbolic
interactionists, and conflict theorists? - Answer -Structural functionalists view families
as having roles essential to the functioning of the family unit, and the roles must be
occupied for the unit to run smoothly, and raise the young.
Symbolic interactionists view the family as a group of role players or "actors" that come
together to act out their parts in an effort to construct a family. These roles are up for
interpretation.
Conflict theorists view families as arenas for power struggles. These exercises of power
often entail the performance of family status roles. The person with the most access to
resources is most often the most powerful.
How do you pass on your wealth and possessions? - Answer -
How does cohabitation affect the marital life regarding divorce? - Answer -Cohabitation
before marriage slightly lowers the likelihood of remaining married for at least ten years
How many pillars are essential to the Islamic faith? - Answer -5, all of which are key
practices that members of Islam are obligated to fulfill within their life. The five are
, Shahada (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (almsgiving), Sawm (fasting), and Hajj
(pilgrimage).
What can be concluded from the University of Virginia's National Marriage Project? -
Answer -Finances are important to a successful marriage
If you work with children, why is it important to be ever vigilant for any signs of child
abuse? - Answer -Most reports of child abuse come from non-relative adults who
interact with the child.
In the United States, which race would be considered the dominant group? - Answer -
White
In what religion is the yin-yang symbol found? - Answer -Taoism (or Daoism)
In which country is sex education required in public schools? - Answer -Sweden
What are the products of gender stereotyping? - Answer -Sexism, gender roles, sex-
typed behaviors
What are the sociological perspectives on religion? - Answer -Functionalists believe
religion provides individuals with spiritual answers, can provide emotional comfort, and
helps to create groups and foster interactions, as well as creating grounds for social
control
Interactionists think beliefs and experiences are not sacred unless individuals regard
them as sacred
Conflict theorists view religions as institutions that help maintain patterns of social
inequality
What correlation between religion and society did Max Weber see and study? - Answer
-Religion was very influential over the economy and the habits of the workers.
What do certain toys given to children reinforce? What is the act called? - Answer -Sex
or Gender-Roles. Gender socialization.
What does George Murdock's theory encourage a woman to do if her spouse passes
away and she has little children? - Answer -Go back to work and find childcare
What does the teaching of Confucius mean by jen? - Answer -The kind treatment of
every person
What are cults, sects, denominations, and ecclesias? - Answer -Cults are new religious
movements. The term is often associated with secretive, highly controlling groups, and
is sometimes used interchangeably with the term NRM (New Religious Movement).
Sects are offshoots of larger religious movements. Many denominations began as
sects, but many sects do not grow and just become established sects.
