Which theoretical perspective examines the media's influence on our beliefs about science and technology?
a. Structural functionalism
b. Conflict theory
c. Symbolic interactionism
d. Feminism
c
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In the United States, there is a strong cultural belief that __________ should be the basis of an intimate relationship
a. tradition b. romantic love c. economic security d. convenience
To which of the following does the term LGBT refer?
a. Lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender individuals b. Heterosexuals who have a lot of lesbian, gay, and bisexual friends c. Persons who look or act like they are homosexual, but they are really heterosexual d. Individuals who are not sure if they are homosexual or bisexual
Which social movement sees themselves as fighting against the rise of a new Nazi Party in America, and who practice the political tactic of “no platforming”?
A) Anti-fascists B) Black Lives Matter C) Kekistan D) Black Panther Party for Self Defense
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Max Weber argued that the actions of individuals and groups can be understood solely in economic terms. 2. Even if stratification is inevitable, the functionalist explanation for differential rewards does not explain the wide disparity between the rich and the poor. 3. Conflict sociologists argue that stratification will inevitably lead to instability and to social change. 4. Stratification is universal, in that all societies maintain some form of social inequality among members.