Which of the following terms refers to a point of view that shows us how society affects the experiences and choices of individuals?
a. social patterns
b. sociological imagination
c. comparative perspective
d. social problems approach
(Answer: b)
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Educators note that immigrant parents often do not attend their children's school functions. According to Carola Suarez-Orozco's article, "Children of Immigrants," this is often because
a. the parents are not interested in their children's education. b. the parents have multiple obligations such as several jobs. c. they do not think education is important. d. a, b, and c are all correct.
Scott believes that "English Only" laws are harmful to immigrant populations. Which of the following is least likely to be one of his arguments against these laws?
a. These laws make it harder for immigrants to obtain driver's licenses. b. The fear of losing English as a national language is unfounded. c. Such laws can be used to weaken the educational opportunities of non-English-speaking children. d. Having an official language allows new immigrants to assimilate more quickly.
Carol, an American of Japanese descent, is a 33-year-old female and a research manager at a pharmaceutical company. She is the daughter of a renowned boxer, James, who has participated in several national championships. Which of the following statements depicts Carol's achieved status?
A. She is an American of Japanese descent. B. She is 33 years old. C. She is a research manager at a pharmaceutical company. D. She is the daughter of a national champion. E. She is a woman.
The goal of Elton Mayo's study of Western Electric's Hawthorne plant was to:
a. bring unions into the decision-making process b. find ways to introduce technological innovations into the workplace c. reduce tensions between workers and managers d. understand the effect of informal organization on the factory's formal organization and goals