Chapter 04 – Symbolic Interaction Theory
Chapter 04
Symbolic Interaction Theory
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which of the following is true of Symbolic Interaction Theory?
2. The “I”
3. The branch of Symbolic Interaction Theory that emphasizes the importance of
communication to life and social encounters is
4. Which of the following is NOT a criticism of Symbolic Interaction Theory?
Chapter 04 – Symbolic Interaction Theory
10. Which of the following correctly identifies a criticism of Symbolic Interaction Theory?
11. _____ are those symbols that evoke basically the same meaning for many people.
12. Language, according to Symbolic Interaction, is a _____ system of verbal and nonverbal
symbols organized in patterns to express thoughts and feelings.
13. The people who are most important to us and contribute to our sense of self and awareness
of what is socially acceptable are our
14. Which of the following is NOT an assumption of Symbolic Interaction Theory?
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35. Argue for or against the following proposition: No one has a self without social interaction.
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36. Using the criteria for theory evaluation, evaluate Symbolic Interactionism as a theory.
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37. List and explain the three major criticisms of Symbolic Interactionism as well as the
responses to each.
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38. List and explain the three major themes of Symbolic Interaction Theory.
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39. Explain the concept of the self-fulfilling prophecy. Support your answer with concepts from
the text as well as real life examples.
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40. Discuss Symbolic Interactionism as it relates to one of the three prevailing models of
communication. Which of these models do you feel best suits the theory? Be sure to support
your position with specific evidence from the text.
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