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CSS Sociology QUESTION #1671
Question 1
Talcott Parsons' 'pattern variables' framework presents five pairs of opposed value-orientation choices that structure social action and role expectations. Which of the following pairings does NOT belong to Parsons' original set of pattern variables?
  • Universalism versus Particularism
  • Achievement versus Ascription
  • Rationalism versus Emotionalism✔️
  • Affectivity versus Affective Neutrality
Correct Answer Explanation
Parsons' five pattern variables are: (1) Universalism vs. Particularism, (2) Achievement vs. Ascription, (3) Affectivity vs. Affective Neutrality, (4) Specificity vs. Diffuseness, and (5) Self-orientation vs. Collectivity-orientation. 'Rationalism vs. Emotionalism' is NOT one of Parsons' pattern variables — making it the correct answer to this 'which does NOT belong' question.