In sociologist Terry Williams' study of teenagers working for drug suppliers, he learned that the justice system does not send juveniles to prison or treat them as adults. The practice offers teens
a. a self-fulfilling prophecy.
b. the chance to be white collar criminals.
c. an illegitimate opportunity structures.
d. situations characterized by structural strain.
C
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In some cultures, it is viewed as rude to burp during a meal, whereas in others it is viewed as a compliment to the chef. This is a difference in culture based on __________
a. material culture b. gestures c. symbols d. language
Which of the following statements is least accurate based on the results sociologists discovered while researching school violence?
A) There is a trend toward greater school violence. B) Boys die in school incidents at a rate three times greater than girls. C) Shootings account for about three-fourths of all school related deaths. D) The media is largely responsible for creating a myth there is greater school violence.
The upper-upper class
a. is referred to as the new rich. b. is characterized by strong in-group solidarity. c. is composed of self-made wealth. d. is not accepted by the elite as a social equal.
Flirting is a playful way of seeing if someone is interested in you without risking outright rejection. Therefore, flirting provides a good illustration of ________
a. the Thomas theorem. b. the process of role exit. c. the social construction of reality. d. street smarts.