Question

The Occupy Wall Street movement of 2011 grew to be an international movement. Supporters believe that the economic disparity between the highest economic class and the mid to lower economic classes is growing at an exponentially alarming rate. A sociologist who studies that movement by examining the interactions between members at Occupy camps would most likely use what theoretical approach?
A) Symbolic interactionismB) FunctionalismC) Conflict theoryD) Ethnocentrism

Answer 1

Answer: The correct option is A: Symbolic interactionism.

Explanation:

Symbolic interactionism refers to people's interaction with objects, events, and behaviors based on the meaning related to those things. People's idea about something comes from the interactions they have with others and society. For that reason, symbolic interactionism is the most appropriate theoretical approach the sociologist might use because he can analyze the interactions between Occupy members regarding the idea they have in common: the economic disparity between the highest economic class and the mid to lower economic classes.