SOC S100 Chapter 1 Questions with Verified
Correct Answers
Sociology views individuals as free agents who are able to make choices about their lives
independent of society.
False
The sociological perspective focuses on exploring the relationship between individuals
and the social worlds in which they live.
True
Modernity is marked by increased fragmentation of the dominant culture.
False
Science is a method of creating knowledge though the use of empirical facts and
reasoning.
True
Positivism is a belief that individuals must act in ways that benefit the greatest number
of people in society.
False
Max Weber is best known for his work on social solidarity.
False
Thinkers like Harriet Martineau and W.E.B. Du Bois were not fully recognized for their
contributions to the discipline of sociology in their time.
True
Correct Answers
Sociology views individuals as free agents who are able to make choices about their lives
independent of society.
False
The sociological perspective focuses on exploring the relationship between individuals
and the social worlds in which they live.
True
Modernity is marked by increased fragmentation of the dominant culture.
False
Science is a method of creating knowledge though the use of empirical facts and
reasoning.
True
Positivism is a belief that individuals must act in ways that benefit the greatest number
of people in society.
False
Max Weber is best known for his work on social solidarity.
False
Thinkers like Harriet Martineau and W.E.B. Du Bois were not fully recognized for their
contributions to the discipline of sociology in their time.
True
