What did Pierre Bourdieu call the need to differentiate oneself from others?

A. taste
B. distinction
C. high culture
D. conspicuous consumption


Answer: B

Sociology

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According to sociologist __________, urban life is highly stimulating, and it shapes people's thoughts and actions. Urban residents are influenced by the quick pace of the city and the pervasiveness of economic relations in everyday life

a. Herbert Gansb. Ernest Burgess c. Robert Park d. Georg Simmel

Sociology

Although the ______ enjoyed high levels of success in school, the intense discrimination and racism of the 1930s prevented most of them from translating their educational achievements into better jobs and higher salaries.

A. Nisei B. Issei C. Chinese D. model immigrants

Sociology

According to the chapter text, one reason that sociologists see health and the body as a major concern for sociology is because health issues vary by social categories such as race and gender.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Sociology

In 1909, W. E. B. DuBois helped found which of these organizations?

A. Black Panther Party B. Nation of Islam C. NAACP D. Black National Congress

Sociology