Any group that is dominant in society or enjoys more than a proportionate share of the wealth, power, or social status in that society is a
a. Powerful group
b. Minority group
c. Majority group
d. Formal group
ANS: c
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a. capitalism b. socialism c. welfare capitalism d. communism
_____ refers to actions taken to sabotage the efforts of people who are thought to be legally harming the environment
a. Environmental injustice b. Eco-sabotage c. Environmental sociology d. Environmental justice
The focus of Hallinan's article, "The Culture of the School," is that in addition to academics, schools
a. function to socialize students. b. are an economic entity. c. must keep students safe. d. bring together cultures of different immigrant groups.
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a. William Julius Wilson b. Max Weber c. Thomas Pettigrew d. Robert Merton