Functionalism QC questions

1. 1What is the difference between a manifest and latent function

   1. AManifest is its intended function
   2. BLatent is its unintended function for example promoting social solidarity in times of hardship
2. 2What does Wrong mean by 'over socialised'

   1. AThe social system uses socialisation to shape peoples behaviour so they will meet the systems needs
   2. BThis means they have no free choice or will
3. 3Is functionalism a conservative or radical ideology

   1. AIt is conservative
   2. Bbecause it legitimates the status quo
4. 4According to Parsons how to societies change

   1. AChange is gradual as societies move from simple to complex structures
   2. BStructural differentiation is a gradual process in which separate functionally specialised institutions develop each meeting a different need
5. 5What is the organic analogy

   1. AThat society is like the a biological organism and all different parts need to work together to function properly
   2. BSystem, system needs and function
6. 6Identify Parsons four system needs

   1. AAdaption, goal attainment
   2. BIntegration and latency
7. 7Identify two agencies of socialisation and social control

   1. ASocialisation- family and education
   2. BSocial control- state and ideologies

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