If the U.S. Congress passed strict anti-cigarette laws that banned their sale anywhere in the country, it would create serious problems for cigarette manufacturers, retailers, tobacco growers, tobacco farm workers, truckers, and many other employees in the cigarette industry. Each of these groups would probably oppose this legislation because they are examples of
A. luddite.
B. culture lag.
C. vested interests.
D. nonmaterial culture.
Answer: C
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
According to research by sociologist Eric Klinenberg, "singletons," including young urbanites and older women,
A. tend to lack supportive friendship networks. B. have strong social connections with family and neighbors. C. face threats to their health due to a lack of social solidarity. D. are likely to be socially isolated.
Of all the –isms __________ is the most widespread
a. sexism b. racism c. ageism d. classism
Heteronormativity is reinforced in all these ways except:
a. media representations of heterosexual romance. b. parents explaining sex with no mention of homosexuality. c. recognition of same-sex marriage. d. employers offering benefits only to heterosexual married couples.