Sociology
What is the primary focus of sociology?
The study of human social behavior, institutions, and societies
Who is considered the father of sociology?
Auguste Comte
What term describes the process by which individuals learn and adopt the values and norms of their society?
Socialization
Which sociological perspective emphasizes the importance of symbols and face-to-face interactions?
Symbolic interactionism
What is the term for a status that is assigned at birth and is not chosen by the individual?
Ascribed status
Which sociologist introduced the concept of the 'sociological imagination'?
C. Wright Mills
What does the term 'role conflict' refer to in sociology?
Tension between conflicting expectations of different roles
Which of the following best describes a 'subculture'?
A smaller cultural group within a larger, dominant culture
What is 'ethnocentrism' in sociology?
The belief that one's own culture is superior to others
Which term refers to a group's shared beliefs, values, and practices?
Culture