10 MCQ on structural functionalism and conflict theory

Which of the following theoretical perspectives views society as a system of interrelated parts that work together to maintain stability?

• A. Structural functionalism
• B. Conflict theory
• C. Symbolic interactionism
• D. Postmodernism
• Answer: A. Structural functionalism

Which of the following theoretical perspectives views society as a system of conflict between different groups, each with its own interests?

• A. Structural functionalism
• B. Conflict theory
• C. Symbolic interactionism
• D. Postmodernism
• Answer: B. Conflict theory

Which of the following is an example of a social problem that is explained by structural functionalism?

• A. Poverty
• B. Crime
• C. Inequality
• D. All of the above
• Answer: D. All of the above

Which of the following is an example of a social problem that is explained by conflict theory?

• A. Poverty
• B. Crime
• C. Inequality
• D. All of the above
• Answer: D. All of the above

Which of the following is a solution to social problems proposed by structural functionalism?

• A. Restore the social system to its normal functioning
• B. Change the distribution of power and resources in society
• C. Both of the above
• D. None of the above
• Answer: A. Restore the social system to its normal functioning

Which of the following is a solution to social problems proposed by conflict theory?

• A. Restore the social system to its normal functioning
• B. Change the distribution of power and resources in society
• C. Both of the above
• D. None of the above
• Answer: B. Change the distribution of power and resources in society

Which of the following sociologists is associated with structural functionalism?

• A. Émile Durkheim
• B. Talcott Parsons
• C. Karl Marx
• D. Max Weber
• Answer: B. Talcott Parsons

Which of the following sociologists is associated with conflict theory?

• A. Émile Durkheim
• B. Talcott Parsons
• C. Karl Marx
• D. Max Weber
• Answer: C. Karl Marx

Which of the following is a criticism of structural functionalism?

• A. It is too simplistic in its view of social problems.
• B. It ignores the role of conflict in society.
• C. Both of the above
• D. None of the above
• Answer: C. Both of the above

Which of the following is a criticism of conflict theory?

• A. It is too complex and difficult to apply to real-world problems.
• B. It ignores the role of consensus in society.
• C. Both of the above
• D. None of the above
• Answer: A. It is too complex and difficult to apply to real-world problems.