George and Lien want to get married but their parents are strongly against it because of the expectation that one must marry a person similar to oneself in religion, social class, and race or ethnicity. This social norm is an example of _______

a. homogamy
b. simogamy
c. polygamy
d. exogamy


a

Sociology

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A) little girls who act passively B) little girls who act aggressively C) little boys who act passively D) little boys who act aggressively

Sociology

Discuss the various aspects of roles as a component of social structure

What will be an ideal response?

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George has a fulfilling marriage and is proud of his three grown children. He has also been successful in his career. According to the textbook, George's midlife question becomes

a. "When can I relax?" b. "Was it worth it?" c. "What do I do now?" d. "Who do I share it with?"

Sociology

Groups whose members are singled out for discriminatory treatment on the basis of racial or cultural characteristics are termed:

a. ethnic groups b. excluded groups c. minority groups d. subordinate groups

Sociology