Question

Match the following Perspectives to the appropriate theorists in corresponding order. Functionalism: _________, Conflict: _________, Interactionist: __________.

Answer 1

There are different perspectives adopted by theorists in social science that shaped academia. Some of them are discussed below:  Functionalism can be associated with William Janes, Conflict can be associated with Karl Marx, Interactionist can be associated with Mead.

The thought of functionalism originated in the USA during the 19century. Its attempts to counter the Structuralism school led by German Scholar Edward B. Titchener. Functionalism believes that all the institutions of society play an important role in the long-term survival of society.  

Conflict theory was propounded by Karl Marx. The theory explains that the state is in a perpetual state of conflict because of the competition for limited resources.

Interactionist was propounded by Mead. As per Interactionist, individuals learn about society through interaction with other people, and society is created by the multitude of individual interactions.  

From the above, it is clear that Merton, Marx, and Mead are the correct answers respectively.

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Answer 2

Functionalism can be associated Robert Merton, Conflict can be associated with Karl Marx, Interactionist can be associated with Mead.

• Robert Merton is a functionalist sociologist who had seen society as a system of functioning parts or structures and create stable society.

• Karl Marx develops conflict theory as society is in state of perpetual conflict.
• Mead stated that people's selves are social products but are also creative and useful in solving social complex problems.

From the above, it is clear that Merton, Marx, and Mead are the correct answers respectively.

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