What are theories, and how do sociologists use theories to make sense of the social world? In what ways are theories developed by sociologists better than your own theorizing?
What will be an ideal response?
varies
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a) shared racial and ethnic backgrounds b) low expectations entering marriage c) deeply held religious beliefs d) a satisfying sex life e) an avoidance of confrontation
Research on the impact of peer relationships on socialization have found that a. for boys and girls peers reinforce age and racial norms as well as gender expectations
b. gender norms are applied more strictly to boys than to girls. c. homophobia serves to reinforce gender norms. d. All of these choices are true
When low-income families move into Section 8 housing, they__________.
A. must agree to rehabilitate the house in return for a low-interest mortgage B. pay 30-40 percent of their adjusted gross income for rent, and the government pays the rest C. live rent free for the first five years with the money they would have paid for rent going into a savings program to cover future housing costs D. must pay half the market value of the housing in one lump sum
Culture unites members although it does not guide their behavior
a. true b. false