The ______ is the belief that anyone can rise from humble beginnings to become wealthy and successful simply by applying oneself.
A. culture of poverty thesis
B. redistributive justice principle
C. self-made man myth
D. social mobility principle
Answer: C
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a. conservative movements b. reactionary movements c. reformist movements d. revolutionary movements
How would a student from a lower-class family with parents of low levels of education most likely perform in school?
A. He will likely engage in criminal activity. B. He will be able to participate better in structured activities. C. He will have a better chance at getting a sports scholarship. D. He will have a harder time adopting school norms.
Which of the following statements is true regarding women living in poverty?
A. About half of all women living in poverty in the United States are in transition. B. The death of a husband does not impact a women's poverty status. C. The other half tend to be economically independent from friends or the welfare system. D. About half of all women living in poverty in the United States are employed at least part-time.
Which of the following social stratification systems is based on both social factors and individual achievement?
a. Caste b. Class c. Meritocracy d. Bureaucratic