Which theoretical perspective examines the media’s influence on our beliefs about science and technology?

a. Structural functionalism
b. Conflict theory
c. Symbolic interactionism
d. Feminism


Answer: c. Symbolic interactionism

Sociology

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Since 1966, the percentage of sociology degrees awarded to women has __________

Fill in the blank with correct word

Sociology

According to James Coleman’s rational choice theory, _____ can be utilitarian because its goal is disequilibrium as opposed to equilibrium.

a. collective behavior b. norms c. corporate actors d. homo socio-economicus

Sociology

Americans often refer to the United States as the “greatest country on earth,” while Germans tout the superiority of “German engineering.” Both are examples of ______.

A. xenophobia B. globalization C. ethnocentrism D. subculture loyalty

Sociology

Which of the following statements about Native Americans is true?

A. The level of residential segregation among Native Americans increased between 1980 and 2000. B. California, Minnesota, and North Dakota have the largest concentration of Native Americans. C. The number of Native Americans holding elected office reached 17 in 2004. D. The rate of out-marriage for Native Americans is quite high compared with other groups. E. The unemployment rate for Native Americans is on par with the national average for all groups.

Sociology