In Islamic societies, religious practice ______.
A. often occurs in formal organizations
B. often occurs in the home or in natural settings
C. is often incorporated into daily life and guides politics, culture, and economics
D. is not studied by sociologists
Ans: C
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Defiant actions are __________
A) always violent B) always done with the public interest in mind C) illegal D) sometimes peaceful
How does labeling one as deviant reinforce the so-called "deviance"?
a. It becomes a "self-fulfilling prophecy," thereby proving the person is a deviant after all. b. Once labeled a deviant, an individual's actions are more closely scrutinized by others, improving the odds that the person will be caught in further acts of deviance. c. The person consciously accepts the premise of those in social control. d. Deviance becomes a form of social acceptance, that is, what society expects of the deviant.
Animation Concept Video: The Nature of GroupsClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 133 and watch the videos. When you've finished watching the videos, come back to the test and answer the following questions:What purpose do groups serve in society?
A. Groups provide an arena for social interaction. B. Groups foster anomie between individuals. C. Groups help develop a static self-image. D. Groups discourage interpersonal social bonds.
The term "model minority":
a. refers to the compliant behavior of Asian Americans. b. has led to an increased focus on the structural problems of minorities as a whole. c. places more social and psychological pressure on young people. d. is applicable to all groups in the Asian American diaspora.