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Question 1. Describe, in your own words, what is meant by the sociological imagination (also called the 'sociological eye'). What are the benefits of developing a sociological imagination?

Question 2. Mills had this to say about the family: "Insofar as the family as an institution turns women into slaves and men into their chief providers and unweaned dependents, the problem of a satisfactory marriage remains incapable of purely private solution." Briefly explain what Mills meant by this statement. Then, discuss the extent to which you think Coontz would agree with Mills' assertion. Cite specific evidence from Coontz's article to support your answer.

Question 3. How would a person who takes an individualistic (or non-sociological) approach try to reduce crimes such as those committed by Hernando Washington? How would a sociologist try to reduce such crimes?

Question 4. Of the three theoretical perspectives described by McIntyre (functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism), which seems the most appealing to you? Why?

Question 5. Select a quote from one of the readings that you find interesting, confusing, or otherwise worthy of further discussion. Explain why you chose this particular quote.