SOC 315: Sociology of City Life
Exam #1
Exam Due Date: 31 March 2022, submitted under Assignments in UBLearns by midnight.
Points: 30 (30% of overall course grade)
Chapters: 1-6
In this exam, you will show deep, purposeful engagement with the class material, primarily by citing your textbook where appropriate. I recommend citing your textbook 1-2 times per paragraph. Be sure to consult the example answers (from other courses) found in UBLearns.
For citations, use the authors last name and page number when citing generally (Macionis and Parrillo: 23) and quotation marks for paraphrasing when needed (According to Macionis and Parrillo, “the most provocative idea put forth by the classical theorists…..(pg. 142)”). You are also encouraged to use any articles, videos, etc. that are on UBLearns that we have used in class.
Section #1: Long Essay (18 points)
Of these two questions, write on one in an essay of 5-6 paragraphs.
Beginning in the 1950s, how did the characteristics of North American cities change?
Using the various theorists/theories discussed in the course so far, what do you think of claims that city life promotes tolerance or impersonality?
Section #2: Short Answer (3 points each) [12 points total]
Of these six questions, write on four in answers of 5-6 sentences (one strong paragraph).
Compare and contrast our two documentaries: End of Suburbia and Priced Out. Where do they differ and how are they similar? What processes are they explaining?
Why do the textbook authors suggest that we must not simply analyze statistics, but must also “go out and visit” to the city if we are to fully comprehend urban life? Do you agree or disagree with their argument?
Why do mega regions exist? Are they a positive or negative development?
Explain what elements of sprawl exist in the area you are from, and/or explain what sprawl might look like if it does not but is initiated in the future.
What relevance today, if any, do the theories of Ferdinand Tonnes and Emile Durkheim have today? Explain why; if you think they do not, also explain why.
Are there clusters or natural areas in your nearest city? What and where are they? Why do you think they are important for urban processes and city life?
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