Albert Cohen suggested that lower-class youths form delinquent subcultures to gain the self-respect society as a whole denies them.

a. true
b. false


a. true

Sociology

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a. did not happen in the United States until the second decade of the 21st century. b. occurs when the government financially helps private corporations. c. is controlled by interlocking corporate directorates. d. has decreased over time.

Sociology

During an assessment, a 10 year old patient describes her seizures as losing consciousness for short periods. Her friends tell her that she looks like she is daydreaming except that her eyes blink. What kind of seizure is she describing?

A) Simple focal seizure. B) Absence seizure. C) Myoclonic seizure. D) Tonic-clonic seizure.

Sociology

Which of the following is true of religious affiliation in the United States?

A. People are less likely to identify as unaffiliated. B. It is the most diverse in the world. C. Older people are more likely to identify as unaffiliated. D. About 60% self-identify as Christian.

Sociology

Which of the following would be an example of cultural capital?

A. The reciprocal trust inherent in social networks B. A close network of extended relatives C. Knowledge of great American authors D. Knowledge of Laotian cuisine

Sociology