Anomie - A state of normlessness or uncertainty about how to behave in a situation where there is rapid change in society, Consensus theory - Sees society as based on shared values, Functions - The job or purpose of an institution or part of society which expresses it contribution to the smooth running of the whole system, Meritocracy - A social system in which people receive rewards, such as higher pay or promotion on the basis of merit or ability, Social order - Term describing the ideas that social life operates in regular predictable ways, Social solidarity - A sense of unity and belonging in a group created vy shared values and experiences,

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