Functionalism, Conflict Theory & Symbolic Interactionism

Which theory looks at society from the position of individuals?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Through socialisation, education and the role of ideology, people accept their roles and act accordingly. Ideologies are created and perpetuated by the 'ruling class' which is designed to reinforce their position and maintain the oppressions of the submissive classes.

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Which theory is based on the theories of George Herbert Mead?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Members of society accept their roles within it (often unconsciously) and act accordingly. This limits their personal power and decision-making ability.

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Which two theories are a 'macro theory'?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Which theory was based on the theories of Emile Durkheim and Talcott Parsons?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Which theory is based on the theories of Karl Marx?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Which theory sees conflict as being central to change in society?

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Which theory sees individuals in society as being the products of their personal interactions with elements of society throughout their lives. This then affects their perception of elements of society and how they interpret those elements.

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism

Mead sees all of us as being the product of our own social experiences, and therefore we will interpret society in a unique way.

• Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interactionism