Practice - Emile Durkheim's Functionalist Theory
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Practice Questions
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What does Durkheim mean by 'social cohesion'?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes a group feel united.
Define collective consciousness in one sentence.
💡 Hint: Consider what common ideas might unite a group.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of religion according to Durkheim?
💡 Hint: Consider why communities gather for rituals.
True or False: Durkheim believed that religion served no purpose in modern society.
💡 Hint: Think about the importance of shared values in a diverse society.
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Challenge Problems
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Critically assess the effectiveness of Durkheim’s theory in explaining contemporary religious movements.
💡 Hint: Consider various motivations driving today's religious affiliations.
Apply Durkheim’s functionalist theory to a current social movement and evaluate its implications.
💡 Hint: Think about how religious ideas are involved or might inspire action.
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