SED2601 Learning Unit 4 Questions And Answers Graded A+ Passed.

Functionalism & Conflict Theory both take? - Answer Macro-sociological perspectives of society which means that the individual or the human element is marginalised. Symbolic Interactionism - Answer Redresses this omission by using a micro-sociological perspective and by focusing on the self/ individual within the context of society. Symbolic Interactionism argues that? - Answer Humans make meanings which are derived from social interactions These MEANINGS are dependent on and modified by? - Answer Interpretation This theory emphasises? - Answer The human ability to think and to act (take action) Human agency - Answer Is the ability to think and to act. Symbol - Answer Represents an idea, object or relationship. E.g. a flag symbolises a country. Symbolic Interactionists suggest? - Answer That words allow us to become conscious of ourselves and aware of our individuality. Small scale - Answer Symbolic interactionism falls within a micro-sociological perspective Interpersonal Relationships - Answer The theory of symbolic interaction concentrates on face to face interaction.