Please answer each of the questions below in short-answer format. Write your responses in complete sentences. Your answers to each question should include 2-3 paragraphs (200-350 words).
Be sure to carefully read each question to ensure you answer each component with the appropriate depth and detail. Your answers should be free of spelling and grammar errors. When using reference material, you must properly cite your sources using in-text citations. You must also include a reference list. All documentation must be rendered in APA citation style. (See announcements for details on APA.) In addition, each response should contain your own unique insight, personal experiences, and opinions that will help demonstrate you comprehend the material covered in this lesson.
1. Sociologists often interpret social life from major theoretical frameworks. Describe the major points of structural functionalism, identify at least one sociologist associated with the theory, and explain at least one theoretical shortcoming.
2. Explain the difference between primary data and secondary data in sociological research. Provide an example of each data type.
3. Describe the differences between material and nonmaterial cultures. How are they connected? What are some examples of material and nonmaterial cultures you see in your daily life?
4. Explain ethnocentricity and xenocentricity. Which do you think is more prevalent in U.S. culture? Use examples from your own life or the media to defend your position.
5. Summarize Goffman’s idea of impression management. Then, watch the following video to learn more about this concept. Consider your experiences with social media (Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Go Fund Me, etc.). Present examples from your experiences to describe each of the four strategies for impression management. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGOuEEVJRt8
