Most people think that others are affected by media but they are immune from media influences, a belief called the ___________________. Research shows most of us are not immune to influence from mass and social media.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


third person effect

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Some mothers have opted out of the workforce and choose instead to stay at home and nurture their children; this is referred to as _______

A) household work B) homework C) child-shift D) home shift

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Which of the following is the best example of chain migration?

A. Chea and his family immigrated to the United States from Vietnam and live in Los Angeles because there is a relatively large Vietnamese population already there, including several relatives. B. Rural communities are encouraging immigrants to move there to offset population declines. C. The Smith family adopted their son from Guatemala and their daughter from China and are planning a trip to each country in the near future. D. Ms. Ortega comes to the United States when she is 9 months pregnant in hopes that her baby will be born in America and become a citizen.

Sociology

With regard to the corporal punishment debate, the text concludes that corporal punishment:

A. is still the most effective form of discipline for children. B. should only be used until the child reaches puberty. C. invariably leads children to become abusive when they grow up. D. should always be a last resort.

Sociology

Grandma Jean and Grandpa Herb love to have their grandchildren come over to their house to play. Together they like to read books, work on puzzles, and cuddle on the couch while watching TV. Sometimes the grandchildren are able to spend the night at

their house. This is an example of what kind of relationship? A. Remote B. Companionate C. Centenarian D. Involved

Sociology