Symbolic interactionism

A2 Sociology quiz on symbolic interactionism

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  • Created on: 17-06-12 19:25
Who was the founder of symbolic interactionism?
Mead
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What does a symbol do?
stands for something
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How do meanings develop?
Out of an interaction an individual has with others
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What kind of process do meanings arise from?
Interpretive
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How do people try to interpret the meanings others give to their actions?
By imagining themselves in their position and taking on their role
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What do people know a smile to represent?
Friendliness and warmth
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In the view of symbolic interactionism, society is based on...
meanings developed, learned and shared through interaction
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What kind of prophecy can develop from a person being labelled?
Self-fulfilling
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