Assess the consequences of globalization for the American worker by choosing one topic to discuss in more depth: (1) the changing occupational sectors; (2) contingent nonstandard work. Use data and examples to illustrate your points.
What will be an ideal response?
The ideal answer should include:
1. As manufacturing jobs have declined over the past generation, jobs in the service sector and in sales have increased.
2. One of the downsides of the switch to a service-oriented economy is the decline in union membership.
3. Another aspect of the shift from manufacturing to services is the growing importance of what is known as contingent nonstandard work that does not have a written employment contract, is only temporary, or has irregular hours.
4. Temporary agencies are booming.
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a. Police departments b. Social service agencies c. Politicians d. Social scientists
A stereotype is used primarily for
a. understanding an individual who is part of a group. b. understanding a group of people. c. making judgments about a group of people. d. questioning people's prejudices.
Urbanization provides neighborhoods that serve specific cultural and financial needs. Which theoretical perspective is aligned with this observation?
A. Symbolic interactionism B. Functionalism C. Convergence theory D. Conflict theory
Creating Gender by Designing CandlesIn this exercise, you will suggest designs for candles especially for men. Answering the accompanying questions will help you practice identifying the social construction of gender.In 2012, the Yankee Candle Company introduced a special series of "Man Candles," that is, candles marketed to men. The candles were scented with fragrances like "Riding Mower," "First Down," "On Tap," and "Man Town."Write a paragraph explaining how and why your candles represent gender.
What will be an ideal response?