A sociologist thinking from a __________ perspective would assess the success of the Affordable Care Act in terms of whether disadvantaged groups make meaningful gains
a. functionalist
b. conflict
c. symbolic interactionist
d. feminist
b
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__________ is the capacity of a social group, which could be an entire society, to regulate itself according to a set of "higher moral principles beyond those of self interest."
a. Social control b. Anomie c. Differential regulation d. Retribution e. Deterrence
Martin has many social statuses, including being a parent, a son, a husband, and a carpenter. When he was younger, he committed a crime and served some time in prison. Despite all of the things he has accomplished since then, most people still react to Martin primarily as an ex-con. What type of status does being an ex-con represent in Martin's life?
A. master status B. status set C. social role D. social status
Which type of social movement seeks to effect change within existing economic and political structures and may seek to bring about these changes through legislation and public policy?
A. reformist B. utopian C. reactionary D. revolutionary