Sociology

Questions Answer only one question in each part Part A (30 pts) 1) Define relative nature of devian t behaviour and explain how th is makes sociological explanations different than non -sociological theories. Provide one historical or on e cultural example. 2) Def ine e thnoce ntrism and cultural relativity. Explain how someone can pra ctice cultural understanding by making the strange familiar a nd vice – versa . Provide one example for each of the conc epts Part B (30 pts) 3) Thomas theorem states that “situations that are def ined as real are real in their consequences ”. Explain how this statement influenced symbolic interactionism in sociology . Pro vide an example . 4) The incest taboo is a consistent feature of all societies in the world. Explain why it is so pr evalent and what kind of role it play s in the social structure. Part C (40 pts) 5) Explain the persistent nature of social stratification and its impo rtance for the social order. Analyze the role of family in the production and reproduction of social inequalities. Provide an example . 6) Explain how our understanding of our “selves ” is shaped by symbolic interaction . Analyze the role of negative labelling (stigma) in influencing our behaviour and perception. Provide an example .