Sociology 12 Essay Test

Essay Test

Answer the following questions. For the first question, your answer should be written in a 5-paragraph essay or similar format. Questions 2 and 3 can be answered using a full paragraph.

  1. Compare and contrast the structural functionalist perspective of the family with the conflict perspective.
  2. According to conflict theory, how does the nuclear family contribute to oppression?
  3. How and why does domestic abuse happen?