Introduction to Sociology
This helps us analyze and address societal problems by providing insights into human behavior and social structures
What is sociology?
Wearing certain clothing or head coverings in religious settings.
Obeying your parents in collectivist cultures and following your own path in individualistic cultures.
Covering one's mouth when yawning or sneezing.
What are examples of cultural norms?
Ballet.
Classical music.
Theater.
Opera.
Art exhibitions.
Red carpet events.
Expensive, caviar serving restaurants.
What is high culture?
This experience may lead to anxiety, disorientation, and misunderstandings when individuals encounter unfamiliar cultures. It can be managed through education and cultural sensitivity.
What is culture shock?
This includes tangible items like clothing, architecture, and technology, which reflect the values and beliefs of a society. For example, traditional clothing can showcase cultural values and identity.
What is material culture?
Lying, cheating, causing harm, alcohol use, drug use, marriage beliefs, gossip, slander, jealousy, disgracing or disrespecting parents, refusal to attend a funeral, politically incorrect humor, sports cheating, vandalism, leaving trash,
What are examples of mores?
movies, music, television, video games, sports, entertainment news, fashion, and various forms of technology
What are examples of pop culture?
evaluation of other cultures according to preconceptions originating in the standards and customs of one's own culture.
What is ethnocentrism?
This important sociological concept serves as a shared language that conveys meaning and reinforces cultural norms and values.
What are cultural symbols?
Drug use, domestic violence, incest, having multiple spouses...
What are examples of taboos?
Traditional singing such as Mongolian throat singing, Choctaw (Native American) story telling and the whole of the Amish culture
What are examples of folk culture?
Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.
What is xenophobia?
What are sacred values?
Luxury cars or designer clothing, highlight social differences and can reinforce inequality
What are examples of status symbols?
Hip hop, straight edge, punk rock, hipster, grunge, cosplay, bodybuilding, steam punk, etc.
What are examples of subcultures?
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.
What is prejudice?
Languages and words, dress codes, etiquette, rituals, business and social interactions, religion, laws, punishment, values, and ethics.
What are examples of non-material culture?
The extent to which language influences thought and culture.
What is the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis?
Hippie protesters in the 1960s.
Civil rights activists.
Peer movement.
Feminist groups.
LGBTQ2+ groups.
Environmental groups.
What are examples of countercultures?
What is 'in society'?