"When a society or community is unable to meet people's expectations that something should be done about a problem, tension occurs in the system." This exemplifies sociologist Neal Smelser's value-added theory condition of:
a. the spread of a generalized belief. b. mobilization for action
c. structural strain. d. social control factors.
c
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A man and a woman each go to a doctor and complain of severe headaches, nausea, and problems with vision. Which of the following responses may illustrate gender discrimination on the part of the doctor?
a. The doctor orders each patient several neurological tests. b. The doctor issues each patient a drug prescription and says to get more rest. c. The doctor issues the man a drug prescription, orders several neurological tests, and says he should get more rest. The doctor issues the woman a drug prescription, orders several neurological tests, and says she should get more rest. d. The doctor orders several neurological tests for the man. The doctor issues the woman a drug prescription and says she should get more rest.
Within any society, groupings of people by race, religion, tribe, culture, or lifestyle can generate a sense of familiarity and belonging
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
To find statements in support of traditional dominance of men over women, you could look among the prayers and sacred texts for which religion(s)?
A. only Christianity B. only Judaism C. only Islam D. Christianity, Judaism, and Islam
Which element of governmental power might interest a symbolic interactionist?
A. The discouragement of social protest as a way to avoid unnecessary social upheaval B. Images of governmental power, such as the seal of the president of the United States C. The exclusive clubs and associations enjoyed by the government’s most powerful D. Ways that governmental power is used to maintain law and social order