In the weeks immediately following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the far-reaching economic repercussions began to affect businesses and workers worldwide. This phenomenon can best be explained by
A. world systems analysis.
B. globalization.
C. modernization theory.
D. neocolonialism.
Answer: B
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Which of the following statements most accurately describes the distinction between racial groups and ethnic groups?
a. All members of a certain ethnic group are also members of the same racial group. b. All members of a certain racial group are also members of the same ethnic group. c. Members of the same ethnic group may be made up of members of many different racial groups. d. Members of the same ethnic group cannot be made up of members of the same racial group.
The love theory focusing on cultural and societal constructions of human relationships is
(a) creationism (b) social structural (c) evolutionary (d) self-expansion
What has been the effect of global cities on urban areas, economically, socially, and politically?
a. Politicians have focused more money and time on courting the immigrant vote, immigrants' political and civic involvement has exploded, and tolerance for new immigrants has blossomed. b. Life for local residents has greatly improved: lower tax rates, increased interest in and funding for locally operated ethnic grocery stores and restaurants, and improved schools are all evident. c. Manufacturing jobs have been replaced by service-sector jobs, infrastructures and landscapes have been transformed to attract international businesses, a gap has formed between the global elite and the global service class, and city governments have focused less on local residents. d. Recent immigrants have been thriving because international corporations are eager to utilize their language skills and cultural knowledge.
Which family would be described as "working poor"?
a. Both parents work part-time and do not have benefits. b. Both parents work full-time but cannot pay their bills. c. One parent works full-time and can pay for necessities but nothing else. d. One parent works part-time while the other cares for the children.