The ability, or inability, to change one's place within the social classes in a society is called which of these?

A. stratification
B. mobilization
C. social mobility
D. achievement status


Answer: C

Sociology

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Many believed rapid Americanization of the newcomers could be best achieved through __________

A) schools B) churches C) government D) employment

Sociology

Which of the following best defines feminism?

a) A person's socialization is more likely than their DNA to shape ideas about gender equality. b) Men and women have natural differences, which account for why they are not equal. c) There is no difference between the way men and women are socialized in U.S. culture. d) DNA is the first predictor of gender differences because biology determines sex equality.

Sociology

In general, where groups remain culturally or physically distinct, mobility between ethnic strata is:

a. enhanced. b. limited. c. neutral. d. destroyed.

Sociology

Which of the following would be an example of a primary group?

A. nuclear family B. scout troop C. large university class D. group of commuters on the highway

Sociology