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Sociology emerged as a distinct academic discipline during the __________.

19th century

The father of sociology, who coined the term and promoted positivism, is __________.

Auguste Comte

Harriet Martineau contributed to sociology by __________ Comte's works into English.

translating

Karl Marx is known for his examination of __________ and capitalism's role in class struggles.

social class conflicts

Herbert Spencer is associated with the phrase __________ of the fittest, advocating for a market-driven social approach.

survival

Émile Durkheim emphasized the significance of __________ in shaping individual behavior within society.

social facts

Max Weber introduced the concept of __________ to analyze social actions from the actor's perspective.

verstehen

Structural functionalism views society as a __________ system where different parts function together.

complex

Conflict theory focuses on the disparities in __________ and resources among social classes.

power

Symbolic interactionism is a micro-level theory that studies personal __________ and their meanings.

interactions

Sociology today informs social change in areas such as education equity, __________ justice, and gender rights.

racial

The discipline of sociology equips individuals with __________ skills applicable in various professional contexts.

analytical

The sociological perspective emphasizes the importance of __________ in understanding human behavior.

context

Socialization is the process through which individuals learn __________ and norms of their culture.

values

The study of social institutions such as family, education, and religion falls under the realm of __________ sociology.

macro

Quantitative research in sociology primarily involves __________ data collection and analysis.

numerical

Qualitative research focuses on understanding the __________ behind social phenomena.

meanings

The concept of social mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups within the __________.

social hierarchy

Anomie, a term introduced by Durkheim, describes a state of __________ in society due to normlessness.

normlessness

The looking-glass self is a concept that explains how self-identity is shaped by __________ feedback.

social

Cultural relativism is the principle of viewing cultures through the __________ lens of that culture.

contextual

Primary groups are characterized by __________ relationships that are personal and intimate.

close

Secondary groups are typically larger and more __________ in nature than primary groups.

impersonal

The term 'gender role' refers to the expected behaviors and responsibilities associated with __________ and masculinity.

femininity