SOCIO SCRAMBLE

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Across
  1. 3. A founding sociologist known for his study of social cohesion, suicide, and functionalism.
  2. 5. A perspective in sociology that examines gender inequality and advocates for social change to improve the status of women.
  3. 7. The dominance of one culture over others, often maintained through cultural institutions.
  4. 8. The process of renovating urban neighborhoods, often displacing lower-income residents.
  5. 9. The capacity of individuals to act independently and make their own free choices.
  6. 12. The creation and implementation of new ideas, practices, or technologies that address social problems.
  7. 15. Mechanisms, strategies, and institutions that regulate individual behavior in society.
  8. 16. The stress or pressure experienced when an individual has difficulty fulfilling the demands of a single role.
  9. 17. A theory that suggests human interactions are based on the exchange of resources and benefits.
  10. 20. The way individuals define themselves in relation to the groups to which they belong.
  11. 21. The psychological discomfort caused by holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes.
  12. 23. Government programs designed to provide financial support to individuals in need, particularly the elderly and disabled.
  13. 24. A sociologist whose work focused on class struggle, capitalism, and economic theory.
  14. 29. The degree of unity or connection between members of a society or group.
  15. 30. The tension experienced when an individual faces conflicting demands from different roles.
  16. 33. A theory that multiple groups, beliefs, and interests coexist and influence each other in society.
  17. 34. An object or behavior that signifies one’s social status.
  18. 37. A theory that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.
  19. 38. A state in which an individual or group is excluded from social interaction or communication.
  20. 42. The larger system or universe that is often studied in sociology to understand social structures.
  21. 44. Consciousness The shared beliefs and moral attitudes which operate as a unifying force within society.
  22. 45. A theory focusing on the role of symbols and language as core elements of social interaction.
Down
  1. 1. A small system or group that represents or reflects a larger society or environment.
  2. 2. The idea that a person’s beliefs and practices should be understood based on that person’s own culture.
  3. 4. Treating abstract concepts or social constructs as if they were real or tangible.
  4. 6. The increasing interconnectedness of the world through trade, communication, and cultural exchange.
  5. 10. The imposition of one culture’s values, practices, or beliefs over others, often through colonization or globalization.
  6. 11. The act of using others for personal gain, typically seen in capitalist systems where workers are underpaid.
  7. 12. The process by which individuals or groups become part of society through shared values, roles, and norms.
  8. 13. A framework that examines how multiple social identities (e.g., race, class, gender) intersect and shape individual experiences.
  9. 14. A generalized belief or assumption about the characteristics of a group or individual.
  10. 18. Resources derived from social networks and relationships that facilitate cooperation and access to opportunities.
  11. 19. The hierarchical arrangement of individuals into different social categories such as class, race, or gender.
  12. 22. The spread of cultural beliefs, practices, and items from one group to another.
  13. 25. A series of actions or behaviors that are performed in a prescribed order, often tied to social or religious significance.
  14. 26. The belief that social and economic inequalities are natural and reflect the survival of the fittest.
  15. 27. The changes in societies and cultures over time, often driven by technological, economic, and social shifts.
  16. 28. A social position or rank within a society that carries certain rights and responsibilities.
  17. 31. The idea that individuals are born as a "blank slate" and develop their identities through experience and socialization.
  18. 32. Small, tightly-knit groups within larger social structures that share common interests or identities.
  19. 35. The theoretical agreement among individuals to form a society and abide by its rules and norms.
  20. 36. A qualitative research method where sociologists immerse themselves in the social settings they study.
  21. 39. The theory that social environments and structures determine human behavior.
  22. 40. A movement that challenges traditional social theories, emphasizing relativism and skepticism toward grand narratives.
  23. 41. A system in which rewards and positions are given based on individual merit, such as ability and effort.
  24. 43. Penalties or rewards for behavior that aligns with or deviates from societal norms.