According to Becker, being labeled as deviant has important consequences
a. for society which must ensure there are adequate rehabilitation programs.
b. for families who must learn to do without their loved one now in prison.
c. for police investigators who must be sure their case holds up in a court proceeding.
d. for individuals who face important consequences regarding their subsequent social participation, self-image and public identity.
D
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"Racial-ethnic group" refers to people with culturally distinct customs who haven't been victims of discrimination
a. true b. false
Which of the following findings, if true, emphasizes the importance of culturally-specific resources in counteracting stress associated with gendered racism?
A. Stronger identification with and participation in African American customs decreases the risk of succumbing to illicit drug use. B. Reacting proactively to challenges leads to increased feelings of empowerment in victims of gendered racism. C. Having a sense of purpose and meaning in life has been found to decrease the incidence of suicidal behavior in African American teens. D. Enrolment in higher education institutions decreases the prevalence of maladaptive coping strategies among victims.
The difference between status and role is that ________
A) status identification is strictly enforced, but roles are not B) we occupy a status that is a social position, but we play a role that is a social expectation C) status is voluntary, but role is obligatory D) status determines social position, while role is not significant
Quotes from the men interviewed by sociologist Loic Wacquant suggest that participation in professional boxing is best understood in terms of
A. broken families and absent fathers. B. the personalities of those who choose to box. C. the social context in which people make choices about their lives. D. the large salaries made by nearly all professional boxers.