According to conflict theorists, one reason that physicians gained prestige is because of their association with ____
a. dominant groups such as men and whites
b. attorneys
c. nurses
d. foreign doctors
e. political candidates and government officials
A
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Social position in the United States is affected by a person's
a. family, race, and gender. b. race only. c. gender only. d. family only.
David, a sociologist remarks that "familism" helps pull families together. However, his colleague, Mark, argues that the results of familism are not always positive. Which of the following statements supports Mark's argument?
A) Familism tends to increase the likelihood of stressed parents treating their children in more negative ways. B) Familism tends to increase stress and depression among Latino adolescents who are expected to care for their teenage sisters' infants. C) Familism tends to increase parental conflict which, in turn, has a negative impact on the children's' performance in school. D) Familism tends to have an oppressing effect on Latino adolescents, thereby making them more rebellious and self-centered.
Compare and contrast the closed and open courtship systems. Cite examples of each
What will be an ideal response?
Sanctions:
a. are always punishments for violating norms. b. are always rewards for adhering to norms. c. may be either rewards or punishments. d. are only used for violations of formal social control