Tönnies viewed the process of modernization as a progressive loss of gemeinschaft, a state characterized by
A. a sense of common feeling and strong personal ties.
B. a very complex division of labor.
C. an emphasis on self-interest.
D. a lack of community and interpersonal connections.
Answer: A
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A. tackling underlying causes. B. addressing immediate needs. C. providing service and assistance. D. supporting charitable causes.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.
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A. polygamy. B. serial monogamy. C. matrilineal descent. D. egalitarianism.