System Requirements

Chapter 1 : What is Sociology?

Thinking Sociologically Exercise

1. In your own words, tell what the "sociological imagination" is.

2. When sociologists mention "social structure," what are they referring to?

3. What is the central claim of Marx's "historical materialist conception of history"?

4. What is rationalization?

5. Describe a benefit sociology gains from encompassing multiple theoretical perspectives.

6. Name three benefits we can potentially gain from studying sociology.

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