Question

1 matching 1 point
match the theory to the paraphrase of each analogy provided.
conflict theory
symbolic interactionism
structural functionalism
what are the meanings associated with each concept?
every part of an organism has developed for a purpose
those with the power can change the rules so they keep winning
2 multiple choice 1 point
which of these best fits the definition of the thomas theorem?
if a situation is perceived as real, its consequences are real.
those in power use their power to maintain their power.
societies seek patterns that bring balance and stability.
society is made of interrelated parts working together.
3 multiple choice 1 point
based on material on sociological theory, which of these statements is true?
sociological theory is fundamentally settled and unchanging.
all sociological theories are equally useful in understanding all social phenomena.
sociological paradigms are frameworks used to understand broad patterns.
micro - level theories are fundamentally more useful than macro - level theories.

Explanation:

1. Conflict Theory: Focuses on power dynamics and how those in power maintain their position. The statement "Those with the power can change the rules so they keep winning" aligns with this as it emphasizes power - rule manipulation for self - preservation.

Symbolic Interactionism: Deals with the meanings people attach to concepts and symbols. The question "What are the meanings associated with each concept?" is characteristic of this theory.
Structural Functionalism: Views society as an organism where each part has a function. The phrase "Every part of an organism has developed for a purpose" is in line with this perspective.

1. The Thomas theorem states that if a situation is defined as real, it is real in its consequences. So, "If a situation is perceived as real, its consequences are real" is the correct answer.
2. Sociological paradigms are indeed frameworks used to understand broad patterns in society. Sociological theory is not unchanging (it evolves with new research and social changes), not all theories are equally useful for all phenomena (different theories have different focuses and scopes), and micro - level and macro - level theories have their own merits and are not inherently more or less useful than each other.

Answer:

1. Conflict Theory - Those with the power can change the rules so they keep winning; Symbolic Interactionism - What are the meanings associated with each concept?; Structural Functionalism - Every part of an organism has developed for a purpose.
2. If a situation is perceived as real, its consequences are real.
3. Sociological paradigms are frameworks used to understand broad patterns.