Practice Functionalist Theory - 4.2 | Chapter 7: Social Change and Development | ICSE Class 12 Sociology
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define Functionalism in your own words.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how different parts of a machine function.

Question 2

Easy

What does stability mean in Functionalist Theory?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how society keeps running smoothly.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What emphasizes the interdependence of parts in society?

  • Conflict Theory
  • Functionalism
  • Symbolic Interactionism

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider which theory focuses on order and stability.

Question 2

True or False: Functionalists believe social change occurs suddenly and disruptively.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the focus on stability and gradual adaptation.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze how the COVID-19 pandemic can be viewed through the lens of Functionalist Theory. Reflect on social structures that adapted.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on examples of societal adjustments in response to the crisis.

Question 2

Discuss the limitations of Functionalism in understanding social movements. How might conflict perspectives offer alternative insights?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how social movements often arise from perceived inequalities.

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