This picture distinctly shows how aware people are of their surroundings. People naturally learn from other in social situations and tend to follow social norms. Many of these pedestrians were probably unaware of the oncoming vehicle but quickly imitated the people around them to not get hit. We can also observe that although people see different types of vehicles everyday these people all stand and examine the vehicle as it passes, possibly because one person initiated the gaze.
The people stand aside not only because it prevents an accident but also because that is what is socially accepted in this type of situation. Moving out of the way for vehicles is within the social norm of most areas throughout the world. This not only prevents catastrophes but will also avoid conflict. If one individual were to refuse to move out of the way, many in the group would scrutinize them and possibly get angry. This rebellious act could also inspire the rest of the group to follow therefore not allowing the vehicle to pass. The driver of the vehicle also depends on predictable trends of people moving out of the way so they can safely get through to their destination.
Your sociological explanation is too short (221 words), your headings are not in BOLD types, and there is no space after the ‘description’.
ReplyDeleteIt is interesting to think about different social norms and what will happen if people violate them (“This rebellious act could also inspire the rest of the group to follow therefore not allowing the vehicle to pass”), but you should have explained it more. Your ideas are not clear and well-articulated.
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Kosar