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HSEC1181_FORMATIVE_ASSESSMENT Briefly outline what distinguishes sociology as a social science An attack on street venders has been labelled by the media as xenophobia and by government officials as an act of lawlessness. Explain why neither of these ex
HSEC1181_FORMATIVE_ASSESSMENT
Briefly outline what distinguishes sociology as a social science
An attack on street venders has been labelled by the media as xenophobia and by government officials as an act of lawlessness. Explain why neither of these explanations would suffice for a trained s...
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Contents
QUESTION 1 ........................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Briefly outline what distinguishes sociology as a social science. (6 marks) .......... 4
Systematic Study of Social Behaviour ....................................................................... 4
Focus on Social Structures and Institutions ................................................................ 4
Analysis of Social Interactions ................................................................................. 4
Use of Theoretical Frameworks ................................................................................ 4
Examination of Social Change ................................................................................. 5
Critical Perspective on Power and Inequality .............................................................. 5
1.2 An attack on street venders has been labelled by the media as xenophobia and by
government officials as an act of lawlessness. Explain why neither of these
explanations would suffice for a trained sociologist. (4 marks) ................................. 5
1.3 Socialisation, a lifelong process, prepares individuals to live and participate
within a particular society, culture or subculture, referred to as the agents of
socialisation. Identify and summarise any three (3) drivers of socialisation. ............. 6
QUESTION 2 ........................................................................................................... 7
2.1.1 Differentiate between a capitalistic and communistic ideology. (8 marks) ............... 7
Capitalistic Ideology............................................................................................... 7
Communistic Ideology ............................................................................................ 8
2.1.2 Offer your opinion on the merits of capitalistic and communistic ideologies and
explain your preference for one over the other, providing reasons for your choice. (4
marks) .................................................................................................................. 8
Merits of Capitalistic Ideology ................................................................................. 9
Merits of Communistic Ideology .............................................................................. 9
QUESTION 3 ......................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Describe the form of leadership knows as rational-legal authority, common to Western
societies. (9 Marks) .............................................................................................. 10
3.2 Consider the various types of authority and identify the type of authority governing
present-day South Africa. Provide a rationale for your response. (2 marks) ................... 12
3.3 Explain your preferred style of leadership for a country and give a reason for your
preference. (2 marks) ............................................................................................ 12
3.4 Identify and explain how you would classify Roy and his wife’s occupations in the
scenario presented above. (14 marks) ...................................................................... 13
QUESTION 4 ......................................................................................................... 15
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4.1In your own words, summarise how lifestyle, as a primary demographic factor, can
impact an individual’s well-being. Support your answer with examples. (10 marks) ....... 15
4.2 The media has bridged global distances and allowed us to explore spaces we once
deemed impossible. Yet the media’s impact on global well-being is undeniable, with both
positive and negative consequences resulting from media consumption. Explain the role
the media plays on our perception of violence. (11 marks) The media plays a significant
role in shaping our perception of violence, influencing how we understand, react to, and
engage with violent events and behaviours. This impact is multifaceted, encompassing
both positive and negative consequences. Here’s an explanation of the role the media plays
in our perception of violence: ................................................................................. 17
References.............................................................................................................. 20
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