Explain Durkheim's thoughts on the impact of religion on suicide risk.
What will be an ideal response?
Varies. Durkheim pointed out that religion provided strong integration functions which lowered suicide rates; however, he also cautioned that religion can create an extreme amount of social integration and conformity that can also result in suicide, for instance, mass suicide or religious suicide bombers.
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___________ An organized but noninstitutionalized effort to change society through collective action
What will be an ideal response?
If a person was born between 1946 and 1964, they would be a part of the __________ generation
A) World War II B) Cold War C) baby boom D) hip-hop
Taxpayer-funded charter schools and school vouchers go against the American value of competition
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which of the following ethnic groups have the highest family income?
A. Asian Americans B. American Indians C. Latinos D. African Americans