What condition had to exist before members of a society could create a permanent or
semi-permanent place to live?
A) a powerful ruler who was able to control power
B) a form of barter that was used as an economy
C) a strong military that protected all citizens
D) a dependable food supply
D
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In his book, Power Elite, C. Wright Mills
a. showed that a very small number of people in big business, big government, and big military institutions make society's most important decisions. b. focused on the elitist ownership of utility companies. c. explained how individuals in society can become members of elite social groups to increase their power in society. d. articulated the role of interest groups in U.S. society.
Researchers note that couples who combine work, married life, and family report several benefits. The text lists seven. Name five
What will be an ideal response?
Farel's research (cited by Aulette) compared children whose mothers stayed home with children whose mothers were employed. The researcher divided the mothers into groups:
those who were pleased with their role and those who were not. Which group of children scored highest on several measures of social and cognitive development? a. Children of mothers who stayed at home and who believed that working outside the home would be detrimental for their children. b. Children of mothers who stayed and home but wished they had paid jobs. c. Children of working mothers who were happy with their jobs. d. Children of working mothers who did not like their jobs.
The means by which people value and exchange goods and services is referred to as ________.
A) the medium of exchange B) socialism C) the division of labor D) capitalism