SOC100H1F Introduction to Sociology I: Sociological Perspectives Midterm Review

Flashcards covering key sociological concepts, theories, and examples from the SOC100H1F Introduction to Sociology I midterm practice.

A person instinctively uses certain table manners learned from their family, even without realizing it.

According to Pierre Bourdieu, which scenario best illustrates the concept of habitus?

Indexicality

What term describes the study of how words take on different meanings depending on the situation in which they are used?

A sociological imagination

What is Amanda developing when she connects her personal experiences with poverty to the shared experiences of others, especially during difficult economic times?

Symbolic interactionism

Which sociological theory is most likely to examine the social world at a micro-level?

It often does not acknowledge unfair treatment of some groups.

What is a common criticism of the functionalist perspective on culture?

Culture shock

What term describes Rida's disorientation upon returning to Canada after living in Asia, finding once familiar cultural aspects now strange?

Narcotization

What phenomenon describes people becoming overwhelmed by information, leading to numbness and inaction?

Resocialization

Priya's experience of learning a new language, adopting cultural customs, and adjusting her behavior to fit into a new country is an example of what?

Social order

What social concept is best illustrated by everyone standing in a single line to board a bus during rush hour instead of pushing?

Agricultural revolution

Which revolution is NOT typically discussed as a key factor in the emergence of Sociology?

Naturalization

What process do sociologists study where knowledge, like language or time, appears timeless, universal, and ahistorical, rather than having a historical past?

Planned obsolescence

According to sociologists, what term describes the phenomenon of a cell phone using outdated technology within a year or two of purchase?

It deprives the public of independent sources of information, encourages acceptance of the existing social structure, and limits the diversity of opinions.

According to conflict theorists, what is a consequence identified concerning increased media concentration?

Ascribed status

What term describes Carlos's social position, inherited from his wealthy family, which grants him respect despite his career choices?

Prescriptive norm

What concept is illustrated by a company encouraging employees to thoroughly document business expenses and submit receipts?

Sociology focuses primarily on concrete action.

Which characteristic does NOT typically distinguish sociological knowledge from common sense knowledge?

Symbolic interactionist perspective

Which sociological lens would Chungsu most likely use to study the dynamic between managers and employees in fast food restaurants, focusing on how they make sense of their workplace relationships?

Dynamic nominalism

What sociological phenomenon is Jose referring to when he discusses that new identities emerge simultaneously with new categories used to label them?

Assuming democracy is the best political model.

What is an example of ethnocentrism for someone from Canada or America?

The way various forms of media socialize users.

Regarding media and technology, what would a functionalist primarily focus on?

Commodification of user data.

Anjali is concerned that her social media usage and browsing history are being gathered and sold to advertising companies. What is this concern related to?

Digital divide.

What concept are Sara and her team studying when they measure the impact of unequal internet access across countries on outcomes like the knowledge gap and e-readiness?

Generalized other.

Maya's ability to understand and internalize the expectations of the group as a whole, beyond just her own role, reflects which sociological concept?

Role conflict.

What term best describes Jamal's situation of struggling to balance academic deadlines with job responsibilities, feeling pulled in two directions?

Feeling rules.

What concept describes the expectation for a flight attendant to remain cheerful and calm, even when dealing with rude passengers?

Agency.

What do sociologists call the ability of individuals to make choices, from trivial matters to significant life decisions?

The social construction of reality.

What is Vishar investigating if she studies the multiple layers of meaning in how elementary school students make sense of the world?

Mores are linked to morality, while folkways are tied to commonplace behaviors.

What is the main difference between mores and folkways?

Material culture.

Pizza, poutine, works of art, housing, transportation, clothing, tools, and electronic gadgets are all examples of what?

It asserts that media promotes widespread acceptance of the basic structure of society.

What does a conflict framework analysis of the media attempt to demonstrate regarding its role in society?

Digital tribalism.

What phenomenon describes the fragmentation of news leading people to expose themselves only to information that reinforces ideas popular within their existing groups?

Agents of socialization.

What sociological role are Nadeen's parents playing when they teach her manners and household rules that shape her interactions?

A retired athlete adjusting to civilian life after years in a highly regimented sports environment.

Which scenario best illustrates the process of resocialization?

Functionalism.

What theoretical perspective views society as a system of interdependent, inherently connected parts?

Sociological Imagination.

What sociological concept emphasizes that the life of an individual and the history of society cannot be understood separately?

Describing, understanding, and changing the social world.

What are the objectives of sociological research?

Loss of cultural identity.

What phenomenon do sociologists and anthropologists describe when the loss of a language leads to the loss of cultural myths, folk songs, legends, and belief systems?

The creation of local monopolies.

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk of media globalization?

Symbolic interactionist perspective.

Which sociological perspective would likely be employed by students studying the impact of influencers on middle school students' media consumption?

Cultural relativism.

What principle is contradicted by condemning practices of a culture other than your own?