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Exploring Sociology

Sociology

Test your knowledge on key concepts, founders, and theories in the study of human society.

sociology social-science culture society

4 Questions Hard Ages 9+ Oct 24, 2026

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1 Which 19th-century French philosopher is considered the father of sociology because he coined the term 'sociology' in 1838?

A Auguste Comte
B Karl Marx
C Max Weber
D Émile Durkheim

2 What is the sociological term for the lifelong process through which individuals learn the values, norms, and behaviors of their society?

A Assimilation
B Socialization
C Urbanization
D Globalization

3 Sociologists divide norms into different categories. What term describes informal social customs, such as saying 'please' or using correct table manners?

A Mores
B Folkways
C Taboos
D Formal laws

4 Which type of social status is assigned to a person at birth or assigned involuntarily, such as age or ethnicity?

A Achieved status
B Master status
C Ascribed status
D Occupational status

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