1.What is the main problem or dilemma that Simmel sees in metropolitan life and modern life in general? How does it compare with Weber’s
diagnosis of modernity?
2.Trace how the “spirit of capitalism” (Weber) developed from the Puritans to today’s world.
3.Discuss DuBois’ sociological theory of race and how he used concepts from microsociology Cooley and Mead in his theory.
4.How did the microsociologists Cooley and Mead attempt to link micro and macro (large-scale) levels of social life.
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