Unit 1 Sociology Test

What is the manifest function of a social institution?

• An unintended consequence

• The intended and recognized purpose

• A negative outcome

• A hidden benefit

Which theoretical perspective sees society as a constant struggle for power and resources?

• Symbolic Interactionist

• Social Darwinism

• Structural Functionalist

• Conflict Theory

Which theory focuses on how people make decisions based on mutually understood symbols?

• Conflict Theory

• Structural Functionalism

• Social Darwinism

• Symbolic Interactionism

What did Ferdinand Tönnies argue about modern society's relationships?

• They became more familial.

• They became more transactional.

• They became less complex.

• They became more spiritual.

What concept describes a group of people who share a culture and territory?

• Institution

• Organization

• Society

• Community

What represents a dysfunction of a business institution?

• Customer service

• Product sales

• Environmental pollution

• Employee training

What represents a latent function of a religious institution?

• Spiritual guidance

• Social networking

• Prayer services

• Religious education

Which of the following best defines a subgroup?

• A larger community that shares a common identity

• A smaller group within a larger group, often with its own norms and values

• The general beliefs of a culture

• An individual’s role in society

Which of the following is a function of norms in society?

• To create confusion among individuals

• To establish order in social interactions

• To limit personal freedom

• To eliminate all forms of contact

"Inconvenient facts" in sociology often refer to:

• Data that supports existing theories

• Facts that contradict popular beliefs or biases

• Information that is easy to gather

• Findings that are universally accepted