Chapter Four

4.1-Levels of Sociological Analysis

1. First Level- Macrosociology- focuses on social classes and relationships

2. Second Level- Microsociology- focuses on social interaction

4.3- Components of Social Structure

1. Culture- language, beliefs, values, behavior, gestures

2. Social Class- rank close in property, power, prestige

3. Social Status- position someone occupies in a social group

4. Roles- behaviors, obligations, and privileges attached to status

5. Group- people who interact with one another and believe they have something in common

4.4- Social Institutions

The Functionalist Perspective-institutions are bad

The Functionalist Perspective-institutions are good

1. Replacing Members

2. Socializing New Members

3. Producing/Distributing Goods and Services

4. Preserving Order

5. Providing Sense of Purpose

4.5- Changes in Social Structure

Mechanical Solidarity- feeling as a result of preforming same or different tasks

Organic Solidarity- dependent on others to complete their jobs and duties

4.6-Symbolic Interaction

Stereotypes-assumption of what people are like

Personal Space

Eye Contact

Smiling

Body Language

4.7-Preservation of Self In Everyday Life

Front Stages- performances are given

Back Stages- plan, rest, and discuss

Role Performance- showing a particular personality or style

Role Conflict- conflicts that someone feels between roles

Sign Vehicles- using social setting, appearance, and manner to communicate self

Teamwork- collaboration between two or more people