Sociologist Randall Collins developed a theory of violence. To which of these does it apply?
A. state-sanctioned violence such as war
B. domestic forms of violence
C. major criminal acts such as murder or rape
D. all types of violence and all types of victims
Answer: D
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A. in many Asian cultures it is common for teens and relatives to work in family businesses B. the label Asian is applied to a very diverse group of people originating from many different countries C. the Asian household often includes more workers than the average white household D. all of these
What is the theme or major premise of Steiner's book, $20 Per Gallon?
a. the rising cost of resources motivates social change b. the impact of automobile emissions on climate change c. war in the Middle East and the price of gas d. the need for nuclear energy in the U.S. e. the globalization of energy consumption
Using a sociological perspective, C. Wright Mills points out that unemployment is
A. a product of the situation. B. related to the structure of society and social institutions. C. only an individual problem. D. inevitable and potentially beneficial.
Which of the following is not part of the rights and responsibilities of a sick person under the functionalist perspective?
a. The sick person is not responsible for his condition. b. The sick person must try to get better. c. The sick person can take as long as she wants to get better. d. The sick person is exempt from the normal duties of society.