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We will review the three major sociological paradigms, keeping in mind that there are differences in perspective, but each share the following common themes:What is the nature of the individual – how does the individual act in the context of society?What is the basis for social order – what holds society together?What are the circumstances or conditions under which societies change?From the standpoint of Structural functionalism, Social Conflict, and Symbolic Interactionism the following are the assumptions about self and society, and the key focus and questions: Page 19 of your text.Structural Functionalism: Society is a system of interdependent, interrelated parts, like an organism, with groups and institutions contributing to the stability and the equilibrium of the whole social system. The key focus and questions; Macrosociology: What keeps society operating smoothly? What functions do different societal institutions and phenomena serve for society as a whole?Social Conflict: Society consists of conflicting interest, but only some groups have the power and resources to realize their interests. Some groups benefit from the social order at the expense of others. The key focus and questions; Macrosociology: What are the sources of conflict in society? Who benefits and who loses from the existing social order? How can inequalities be overcome?Symbolic Interactionism: The self is a social creation; social interaction occurs by means of symbols such as words, gestures, and adornments; shared meanings are important to successful social interaction. The key focus and questions; Microsociology: How do individuals experience themselves, one another, and society as a whole? How do they interpret the meanings of particular social interactions?Question One: 2 typed pagesBriefly describe the major components of each sociological theory and apply to a specific social issue. For example, how would each theoretical perspective analyze one of the following; class inequality, widespread immigration, gender norms, or an example of your choice?