Which of the following is a criticism of functionalism?
A) It overlooks diversity and social change.
B) It places too much emphasis on societal discord.
C) It downplays social class inequality.
D) It does not offer an explanation about how culture is created and shaped.
E) It downplays the benefits of culture.
Question 2
Which of the following views about culture is characteristic of the functionalists?
A) Culture is the cement that binds society.
B) Culture creates inequality between the media and the political structures of society.
C) Material culture, especially the media, creates inequalities specifically for women.
D) Cultural symbols reinforce the boundaries set by different cultures.
E) Culture benefits some at the expense of others.
Vienna: Social Structure and Social Interaction
Marx's Model Of The Social Classes
Cultural Coherence and Diversity
Measuring Social Development
Teritary Structure and Functional Diversity
Social Problems: A Critical Power-Conflict Perspective