If You Find a Sociologist Who Studies Simple Greetings in Hallways

question 140

Multiple Choice

If you find a sociologist who studies simple greetings in hallways, the way people play tic-tac-toe, or some other element of everyday interaction, what sort of sociologist have you found?

• A) a conflict theorist
• B) a feminist theorist
• C) a dramaturgist
• D) a postmodernist
• E) an ethnomethodologist

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Definitions:

Confucianism

an ethical and philosophical system based on the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius, emphasizing moral integrity, familial loyalty, and respect for social hierarchies.

Patriarchal

Relating to a social system in which men hold primary power and predominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property.

Egalitarian Relationship

A partnership where both individuals have equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities, without any discrimination based on gender, race, or other characteristics.

Middle Eastern Culture

The diverse social norms, traditions, languages, and heritage of the people living in the Middle East region.