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Reading the Section
Directions Read the descriptions below. In the space provided, write the letter of the term that matches each description.
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1.the social science that studies the people and events of the past
2.the comparative study of past and present cultures
3.disciplines that study human social behavior or institutions and functions of human society in a scientific manner
4.the examination of the principles, organization, and operation of government
5.the social science that studies behavior and mental processes primarily of individuals
6.the social science that studies human society and social behavior
7.the analysis of the choices people make in an effort to satisfy their needs and wants
a.anthropology
b.economics
c.history
d.political science
e.psychology
f.social sciences
g.sociology
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Directions In the space provided, write the vocabulary term that best matches each description.
8.the study of how the social environment affects an individual’s behavior and personality
9.the ability to see the connection between the larger world and your personal life
10.the worldview that involves looking at social life in a scientific, systematic way
11.how people relate to one another and influence each other’s behavior
12.observable facts or events that involve human society
Post-reading quick check
Directions Read each sentence and fill in the blank with the correct word or phrase.
13. is most interested in group behavior in complex, or more advanced, societies. (Anthropology/Sociology)
14.The interests of sociology and overlap in areas such as voting patterns and the concentration of political power.
(political science/psychology)
15.Areas of interest to include personality, perception, motivation, and learning. (economists/psychologists)
16.By adopting a , you can look beyond commonly held beliefs to see the hidden meanings behind human actions.
(sociologicalimagination/sociological perspective)
17.Sociologists examine social phenomena in order to learn more about . (social interaction/social sciences)
Directions Use vocabulary terms to write a summary of what you learned in this section.
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Chapter 11Reading and Activity Workbook