How would a researcher explain the problems some people face when they come from countries with different norms, values, and beliefs, and become deviant in a new country for behaviors that were normal in their host country?
A. subcultural theory
B. structural contradiction theory
C. opportunity theory
D. class-dominant theory
Answer: A
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A) Independent: IQ; dependent: grades in sociology B) Independent: students' grades; dependent: sociology class C) Independent: students; dependent: grade D) Independent: sociology class; dependent: IQ
Anticipatory socialization is best defined as
(a) socialization that occurs before birth. (b) socialization that is directed at learning future roles. (c) skills that are taught as part of an apprenticeship program. (d) supervision provided by parents during the rites of passage for a child.
Lower-tier parents socialize their children to __________
a. value the status quo b. achieve conventional success c. strive for whatever each child dreams d. attain economic success
A sociologist decides to study the interaction among college students in the college's computer center. When the students realize they are under observation, they become shy and reserved in their interactions. This is an example of ________.
A. the Hawthorne effect B. secondary analysis C. value neutrality D. replication