Judge Juddson sentenced Freda, a 13-year-old shoplifter, to a diversion program consisting of counseling instead of sending her to reform school or jail. The judge did not want Freda to be imprinted with a reputation as a thief so early in life. This exemplifies a practice influenced by __________.
a. labeling theory
b. neutralization
c. shaming
d. degradation ceremonies
Answer: a. labeling theory
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A. Carving out pumpkins for Halloween B. Wearing white clothes for weddings C. Taking medicines when sick D. Watching movies during weekends E. Giving gifts during Christmas
Deference and demeanor are examples of the stratification system at the:
a. class level b. global level c. macro level of daily life d. micro level
Since about 1980, income inequality among U.S. families has been__________.
A. declining B. increasing C. holding steady D. fluctuating up and down with no long-term change
A false assumption made by some stepfamilies is that they are just like nuclear families.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)