In undertaking an accurate interpretation of three sociological perspectives, I will make a reasoned evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses in Marxism, Functionalism and Feminism.

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Michelle Greenfield         PAGE 1        19/05/2003

SOCIOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES

MARXISM, FUNCTIONALISM & FEMINISM…

INTRODUCTION

A sociological theory is a set of ideas that provide an explanation for human society.

In undertaking an accurate interpretation of three sociological perspectives, I will make a reasoned evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses in Marxism, Functionalism and Feminism.  From the three chosen sociological perspectives I will also look at their individual views on religion and the family.

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STRUCTURAL VIEWS ON RELIGION AND THE FAMILY

Religions, families and societies have been around for a very long time.  Unsurprisingly, we find family units and religions present in all known societies, and consequently, families and religion have a social impact.  Everyone has their own view of what religion and the family consists of.  These pre conceived ides are mostly to do with our own backgrounds, culture and life experiences.   There is a lot of disagreement among sociologists about the roles of religion and the family within society; we will look at ...

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