Sociology quizz#1

Welcome to your Sociology quizz#1

What does sociology study?

A. The human body

B. The structure of the Earth

C. Social attitudes and institutions

D. The space system

Who is called the Father of Sociology?

A. Karl Marx

B. Max Weber

C. Auguste Comte

D. Emile Durkheim

What are “Social Facts” according to Émile Durkheim?

A. Individual ideas

B. Natural laws

C. Principles that influence the individual externally

D. Genetic characteristics

“Conflict Theory” is associated with which famous sociologist?

A. Herbert Spencer

B. Karl Marx

C. Auguste Comte

D. Max Weber

What does “Verstehen” mean according to Max Weber?

A. Use of power

B. Religious beliefs

C. Application of social laws

D. Conscious effort to understand the behavior of others

According to the Functionalism theory, what is the purpose of each institution in society?

A. To seize power

B. To separate individuals

C. To maintain the stability and harmony of the social system

D. To distribute economic resources

What is the most important factor in understanding human behavior according to Symbolic Interactionism?

A. Economic forces

B. Religious beliefs

C. Social symbols and their meaning

D. Genetic factors

In what context was the concept of “Anomie” introduced by Émile Durkheim?

A. In the analysis of religious extremism

B. On the failure of the education system

C. On the weakening of social norms in modern societies

D. On the decline of the family system

What is the main purpose of Applied Sociology?

A. Study of theories only

B. Analysis of historical societies

C. Use of sociological knowledge to solve social problems

D. Psychological examination of individual behavior

What is the main difference between Functionalism and Conflict Theory?

A. Functionalism emphasizes instability, while Conflict Theory emphasizes harmony

B. Functionalism emphasizes power and struggle, while Conflict Theory emphasizes balance

C. Functionalism emphasizes social harmony, while Conflict Theory emphasizes power and struggle

D. Both theories emphasize the equal distribution of power

What did Anthony Giddens try to explain through “Structuration Theory”?

A. That only institutions determine human behavior

B. That the individual is completely free

C. That structure and agency are linked to each other

D. That culture is related only to the past

According to Postmodern Sociology, how is “Truth” viewed in modern societies?

A. As an absolute reality

B. Only related to scientific principles

C. As a socially constructed and variable concept

D. Only in religious contexts

What does the “McDonaldization of Society” mean according to sociologist George Ritzer?

A. Popularity of American food

B. Spread of cheap restaurants

C. Promotion of principles such as efficiency, calculability, predictability and control in social life

D. Development of food-only systems

What is the main meaning of the concept of “Surveillance Society”?

A. Surveillance only by intelligence agencies

B. A society where every citizen enjoys freedom

C. A society where daily life is constantly monitored through digital technologies

D. Only the development of policing and security

What are the main ethical issues that sociologists are most concerned about in the context of the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

A. Computer speed

B. The problem of excessive electricity consumption

C. Privacy, surveillance, and the loss of job opportunities

D. Excessive use of robots

What does the sociological concept of “medicalization” describe?

A. Only scientific treatment of diseases

B. Reliance on unscientific treatments

C. Presenting social and human problems as medical problems

D. Only professional training of doctors

According to Environmental Sociology, what is the main position of “Ecological Modernization”?

A. Completely ignoring the environment

B. Development is possible only through industrialization and technology, the environment has nothing to do with it

C. Environmental problems can be solved through technology and policy

D. Only traditional agricultural systems can maintain ecological balance

What is the sociological meaning of “Technological Determinism”?

A. Technology has no effect on society

B. Only human decisions, not technology, bring about social change

C. Technology automatically changes social structures and human behaviors

D. Technology is used only for entertainment

What is the most prominent characteristic of “Networked Social Movements,” such as the Arab Spring or Black Lives Matter?

A. They rely solely on local leaders

B. They operate solely through traditional media

C. They are organized through digital networks and social media

D. They have no social or political goals

According to Pierre Bourdieu, what is the role of “Cultural Capital” in education?

A. It is only in the form of money

B. It is related to the building of educational institutions

C. These are the non-material resources that provide an advantage in academic achievement

D. It is only related to religious education

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