Contrary to the beliefs of Bourdieu and Simmel, in contemporary society fashion often "trickles up."

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

Sociology

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The term "oriental" is

a. an accurate label for Asian people. b. an accurate racial category. c. a racial category arising primarily in popular culture. d. an attempt in the United States to identify all Asian American citizens equal in status to other Americans.

Sociology

Horticultural societies:

A) develop relatively permanent housing B) form large social groups C) often use "slash and burn" techniques D) all of the above

Sociology

Most domestic migration also involves which of these factors?

A. searching for new, better, or more affordable housing B. boredom with current location C. trying to find a better life D. death of a loved one

Sociology

According to sociologists, what are the societal consequences of stereotypes?

A. They allow us to quickly identify important traits in others. B. We often negatively pre-judge people based on stereotypes. C. They teach us to appreciate diversity across groups. D. There are none; stereotypes have no real impact in the social world.

Sociology