__________ are positions we acquire over time as a result of our own actions
a. Roles
b. Master statuses
c. Achieved statuses
d. Ascribed statuses
C
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Modernization theory, which argues that poverty in countries is largely due to cultural failings of their people, is criticized by sociologists as __________ because it uses the United States as the "model" country
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The social exchange model states that our interactions are influenced by the rewards and punishments that we receive from others. The social rewards that influence our behavior: a. must be tangible, such as gifts or recognition
b. may be subtle everyday gesture such as nods or smiles. c. must be known in advance of the interaction. d. are influential even if they are outweighed by punishments.
Confession, immersion, and fasting are examples of
a. mystical acts. b. ecclesiae. c. rituals. d. sacraments.
Whites have traditionally resisted the efforts of minorities moving into "their" neighborhood because of the belief that the presence of minority residents
a. reduces home values b. will increase racial tension c. will increase property taxes d. will decrease the quality of neighborhood schools