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Sociology 1 - Unit 3 Lab Questions

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This deck covers key concepts from Unit 3 of Sociology 1, focusing on the 'blank slate' theory, its implications, and evidence supporting genetic influence.

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What is the idea of the "blank slate"?

The idea of the "blank slate" is that the human mind has no characteristics at birth. This means that all characteristics are developed throughout life.

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What is the idea of the "blank slate"?

The idea of the "blank slate" is that the human mind has no characteristics at birth. This means that all characteristics are developed throughout lif...

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What are some of the reasons to doubt that our minds are "blank slates"?

Reasons to doubt that our minds are blank slates are scientific studies of twins, cultural universals, and common sense.

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What are some of the political or social appeals of the "blank slate" idea?

The political and social appeal of the blank slate idea is that we are all equal and that this would justify discrimination and inequality. This can a...

What evidence from the area of parenting supports Pinker's theory that we are influenced by genetics and heredity?

The evidence that supports Pinker's theory is if a child's parents had blonde hair and blue eyes, the child would have a higher chance of obtaining th...

Pinker is essentially arguing that all humans are influenced by both nature and nurture. We are born with some aspects and we learn others through socialization. Do you agree or disagree with his theory? Why or why not?

Personally, I believe that we inherit more traits through nurture compared to nature. But I am not entirely against the idea that we are influenced by...

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Sociology 1 - Unit 3 Lab Questions

Term	Definition
What is the idea of the "blank slate"?	The idea of the "blank slate" is that the human mind has no characteristics at birth. This means that all characteristics are developed throughout life.
What are some of the reasons to doubt that our minds are "blank slates"?	Reasons to doubt that our minds are blank slates are scientific studies of twins, cultural universals, and common sense.
What are some of the political or social appeals of the "blank slate" idea?	The political and social appeal of the blank slate idea is that we are all equal and that this would justify discrimination and inequality. This can also mean that if we are blank slates, we can perfect mankind.
What evidence from the area of parenting supports Pinker's theory that we are influenced by genetics and heredity?	The evidence that supports Pinker's theory is if a child's parents had blonde hair and blue eyes, the child would have a higher chance of obtaining these traits than if they have a mom with brown hair and green eyes.
Pinker is essentially arguing that all humans are influenced by both nature and nurture. We are born with some aspects and we learn others through socialization. Do you agree or disagree with his theory? Why or why not?	Personally, I believe that we inherit more traits through nurture compared to nature. But I am not entirely against the idea that we are influenced by both. There are some traits that may truly be inherited, while others may be entirely created by the nurture spectrum.