Which one of the following statements is correct The concept of social role according to E Goffman h...........

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Which one of the following statements is correct?

The concept of social role, according to E. Goffman has originated in a

Theatrical setting

Social life

system of social stratification

- Option 1: Theatrical setting

- Erving Goffman introduced the concept of social roles drawing inspiration from theatrical performances.

- He used metaphors from theater to describe how people perform roles in daily life, similar to actors on a stage.

- This approach emphasized how individuals present themselves and manage impressions in social interactions.

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- Option 2: Social life

- While Goffman's ideas are applicable to social life, the specific concept of "role" borrows more directly from theater.

- Option 3: Social life

- Same as above, it's too broad and overlaps with general social interaction.

- Option 4: System of social stratification

- Social stratification relates to hierarchical structures in society, not specifically to Goffman's concept of role.

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