According to Goffman, in everyday life, there is a clear understanding that __________ are important

a. first impressions
b. symbolic representations
c. lasting impressions
d. aggressive encounters


A

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The classic study by Rosenthal (1968) in which some students were identified as "spurters" but actually were no different from the other students illustrates the a. the integration hypothesis

b. cultural imperialism. c. social promotion. d. the self-fulfilling prophecy.

Sociology

According to the __________ perspective of sociology, religion helps keep things the way they are, including the inequities in our society.

a. functionalist b. born-again c. symbolic interactionist d. conflict

Sociology

The pluralist model of power relations in the United States suggests that

A. power is held by many competing groups that have access to government, so no single group is dominant. B. power is concentrated in the hands of a small group of military, corporate, and political leaders. C. power is concentrated in the hands of a small group of military, corporate, and political leaders along with a group of highly charismatic leaders. D. power is held by a group of charismatic leaders.

Sociology