W. E. B. Du Bois noted that crime was difficult to address precisely because ________
a. it is an action that stands alone and is viewed in isolation
b. it is a phenomenon that stands as a symptom of countless wrong social conditions
c. it is an involuntary act that is committed without any premeditation
d. it is a deed that is committed with the motive of depicting a sense of supremacy over others
b
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What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is NOT an element of the power elite model?
a. Elections are ineffective in changing the basic structure of society. b. Elite groups compete with one another for power and may form coalitions in order to maintain their dominant position. c. The power elite tolerates democratic institutions because it can control them. d. The three major elites consist of leaders from the military, government, and industry.
Face-to-face interaction is the focus of analysis in
a. symbolic interactionism. b. conflict theory. c. any sociological viewpoint. d. functional analysis.
According to structural-functionalism, a Starbucks barista would not need to be heavily rewarded, because even though there seems to be a high demand for take-out coffee:
A. Starbucks workers are not unionized. B. some people must be low-paid in order for society to function. C. coffee manufacturers do not make much profit. D. the position of a barista is easily filled.