Answer the following question below. Your answer will consist of THREE written responses of
500 – 750 words each (please separate them clearly). Your responses need to have an argument
supported with evidence (including MLA in-text citations). Avoid being overly descriptive. Be as
concise as possible.
MLA in-text citations must be included!
Compare and contrast 2 of the three major theoretical perspectives (structural-functionalism,
critical sociology, and symbolic interactionism) in regards to ALL of the following topics:
Culture
Society and Modern Life
Socialization
Which perspective do you find more convincing for each topic and why? Use examples and
concepts from the course material to support your argument.