Understanding Social Institutions and Concepts

Mrs. T introduces Unit 4, focusing on social institutions, and provides details on Test Three and the final exam. The unit covers family, marriage, religion, and education from a sociological perspective, with an additional focus on the economy and social stratification. Students are advised to review key terms and prepare for the final exam, which will cover material from the entire semester.

What is the main focus of Unit 4 in Mrs. T's sociology class?

• Social institutions

• Cultural diversity

• Environmental issues

• Political systems

What is the purpose of the reading assignment in Unit 4?

• To write a book report

• To complete before Test 4

• To present in class

• To prepare for a group project

What is the significance of understanding social institutions in sociology?

• To memorize historical dates

• To understand macro and micro social structures

• To study political systems

• To learn about different cultures

Which chapters are covered in Unit 4?

• Chapters 15 and 16

• Chapters 13 and 14

• Chapters 11 and 12

• Chapters 9 and 10

How does Mrs. T suggest students view religion in a sociology class?

• From a personal bias perspective

• Objectively, using sociological imagination

• As a historical phenomenon

• As a controversial topic

What is the sociological definition of family and marriage?

• Definitions from kindergarten books

• Technical, sociological definitions

• Definitions from Disney movies

• Definitions from fairy tales

What is the role of education as a social institution?

• To provide individual classroom experiences

• To fulfill societal norms on a macro scale

• To focus on extracurricular activities

• To promote political ideologies

What additional topic will be discussed alongside family, marriage, religion, and education?

• Politics

• Art

• Economy

• Technology

What is social stratification?

• A type of social institution

• A method of teaching

• A form of government

• A cultural practice

What should students focus on for Test 4 preparation?

• Creative writing

• New topics only

• Key terms and concepts from previous units

• Group discussions