Sociology

Entry Task Support Workbook Sociology

Sociology 

Task: 

What is Marxism? Introduction to A-Level Sociology | Reference Library | Sociology | tutor2u 

 

   

https://www.tutor2u.net/sociology/topics/marxism   

 

A). Create definitions for the following terms: 

 

Key-term  Definition 
Capitalism   

 

 
Communism   

 

 
Conflict   

 

 
Means of production   

 

 
false consciousness    

 

 

 

B). Explain how the ruling class maintain their power in society: 

  

  

  

 

C). Explain two criticisms of Marxism: 

  

 

D). Give 4 facts on Marxism: 

 

1. 

 

2. 

3. 

 

4. 

 

E). Are the following true or false: 

 

Question  True or false? 
Marxism believes society is divided into two main classes: the rich and the working class.   
Marxism supports capitalism and private ownership of big businesses.   
Marxism argues that workers should have more control over production and wealth.   
According to Marxism, social inequality is natural and should not be changed.
 		  

 

 
Extra: 

Watch the videos on Consensus and Conflict Theories; Education Topic Videos for AQA A-Level Sociology | Collections | Sociology | tutor2u and make detail notes.  

Take a note on key-sociologists and what they say and key-words:   

 

 

  

Free online course with the Open University:  

https://www.open.edu/openlearn/education-development/childhood-the-digital-age/content-section-overview?active-tab=description-tab 

 

 
Essentials for the Course: 

Prepare a folder (A4 lever arch) and print a copy of the specification; 

  •  3.1 Education, methods in context, Theory and Methods 
  • 3.2 Topics; option 1- 3.2.2 Families and Households and 3.2.5 Beliefs in Society 
  • 3.3.1 Crime and Deviance and 3.3.2 Theory and Methods. 

A-level Sociology 7192 | Specification | Specification At A Glance | AQA 

 

 

You will need the following in your folder to support a smooth start to Y12:  

  • Dividers  
  • Plastic wallets  
  • Blank revision cards  

You may also find punched plastic wallet pockets useful for storing revision cards (see image)  

 

 
You can email Mrs Waumsley or Ms Booth if you have any questions regarding the course or these transition tasks: 

Email address waumsley.l@allsaints.notts.sch.uk booth.e@allsaints.notts.sch.uk  

For the best chance of a quick reply, please do this before the summer break. Emails during the summer break will get replies but may take longer.