The document discusses conflict theory and sources of social change. It notes that societies are hierarchical and fragmented with severe inequality where different groups receive different treatment through forced order and compromise. Conflict is inevitable and a constant driver of change as it stems from competition over limited resources between diverse groups. Examples provided where conflict theory applies include wars, political revolutions, and smaller scale competitions and power struggles.
1. CONFLICT CHANGE -Diverse groups fighting for limited resources -Hierarchal, fragmented society -Severe social inequality exists -Different groups benefit from different treatment -Forced order exists -Order only exists through negotiations and compromise
2. CONFLICT CHANGE -Change is inevitable -Change is constant -Conflict promotes change -Inequality exists because of struggle over resources Characterizations Competition, Lack of cohesion, Divisions of social class
3. CONFLICT THEORY Examples -War (Revolutionary War, Civil War, WWI, WWII) -Political Revolutions (U.S., Bolshevik, Rise of Communism) -Local Competitions (Sports, Contests) -Popularity/Power Struggle (Schools, Neighborhoods, Cliques, Gangs)
