Introduction to Sociology
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All essay questions are worth 5 points (On the objective part of the test, each question is worth 1 point). The test total is 50.
Good luck.
1. What is meant by the term ‘intravidual’? How does the work of Simmel, Milgram, and Granovetter help define this concept? Use specific examples.
2. Williams maintains that social inequality is visible even in seemingly insignificant interactions in a toy store. Using specific examples from the text, outline her position and provide a critique of it.
3. 4. 5.
Describe the labeling theory of deviance. What basic insight about deviance is offered by
this approach? What is the importance of distinguishing between primary deviance and
secondary deviance? What is the importance of stigma in labeling analysis?
Briefly identify the main characteristics of caste systems and class systems. How are
these systems linked to different kinds of economic production (agrarian versus
industrial technology)? What are the different justifications for inequality in each case?
What is meritocracy? How and why do class systems combine caste and meritocracy?
Illustrate your response with reference to Great Britain or the United States.
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