Theories of Social Change
Description: This quiz evaluates your understanding of various theories of social change. It covers concepts such as modernization theory, dependency theory, and conflict theory, among others. Each question presents a scenario or statement related to social change, and you must select the correct answer from the provided options. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: sociology social theory theories of social change modernization theory dependency theory conflict theory |
Which theory emphasizes the role of technology and industrialization in driving social change?
Which theory argues that the economic and political dominance of developed countries perpetuates underdevelopment in developing countries?
Which theory emphasizes the role of class struggle and conflict in driving social change?
Which theory focuses on the role of culture and symbols in shaping social interactions and change?
Which theory argues that social change is a gradual, evolutionary process driven by internal factors within a society?
Which theory emphasizes the role of collective action and social movements in driving social change?
Which theory argues that social change is primarily driven by economic factors, such as changes in production and distribution of resources?
Which theory posits that social change is a cyclical process, with societies moving through stages of growth, decline, and renewal?
Which theory emphasizes the role of individual agency and creativity in shaping social change?
Which theory argues that social change is driven by the diffusion of ideas, technologies, and cultural practices from one society to another?
Which theory emphasizes the role of institutions and social structures in shaping social change?
Which theory argues that social change is driven by the interaction between human agency and social structures?
Which theory emphasizes the role of technology in shaping social change and transforming societies?
Which theory argues that social change is a result of the interaction between different social groups and their competing interests?
Which theory emphasizes the role of environmental factors and resource scarcity in driving social change?