Which of the Following Would NOT Be a Good Example

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be a good example of applying the sociological imagination to understand another person's struggles and achievements in life?

• A) Considering the struggles and achievements of Nelson Mandela in the context of the apartheid regime in South Africa
• B) Considering the struggles and achievements of Muhammad Ali in the context of the American civil rights movement and escalating political activism in the US with regard to the Vietnam War
• C) Considering the struggles and achievements of Billie Jean King in the context of her intense dedication to tennis and strict training regimen
• D) Consider the struggles and opportunities of Abraham Lincoln in the context of the emerging US Civil War and disputes over the legality and morality of slavery

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Definitions:

Montesquieu

A French political philosopher known for his theory of separation of powers, which has influenced many modern democratic governments.

Sociological Theory

A set of ideas that provides an explanation for human society and social behavior through understanding social structures, actions, and changes.

Organic Solidarity

Describes later societies organized around interdependence and the increasing division of labour.

Durkheim

a founding figure in sociology, Emile Durkheim's work focused on social solidarity, the division of labor, and the role of religion in society, among other themes.