Sociologist C. Wright Mills referred to “biography” as: A. each society’s location in a broad stream of events
B. an individual’s experiences within a specific historical setting
C. artifacts that a person leaves behind
D. a written account of someone’s life
The correct answer is B. an individual’s experiences within a specific historical setting.
C. Wright Mills used the term “biography” to refer to a person’s life experiences and how they are shaped by the historical context in which they live. He emphasized the connection between individual lives (biography) and the larger social forces (history) that influence them. This perspective encourages us to understand personal experiences in light of societal changes and structures.
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