The tendency to use one's own way of life as a standard for judging other cultures is called
a. cultural relativism
b. cultural chauvinism
c. imperialism
d. ethnocentrism
d
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The idea that people live up to the labels and expectations placed on them by others was suggested by:
a. Herbert Blumer b. George Herbert Mead c. Erving Goffman d. Howard Becker
Which of these best characterizes world cities?
A. They are centers of communities of immigrants who interact with family and friends in their homeland. B. They are planned communities built around major international airports and shopping centers. C. They are found at the outermost rings surrounding large cities. D. They are built near major highways and corporate offices.
Until recently, textbooks used by schoolchildren to learn and perfect reading skills typically presented females as industrious actors, experimenting and making things, showing initiative and overcoming barriers, while boys mostly watched
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which is TRUE regarding the double standard?
a) It has almost been eliminated over the past decade, especially among adolescents. b) Both men and women uphold the double standard. c) The double standard causes confusion over male sexuality. d) The example regarding Viagra and birth control pills in Japan show the decline of the double standard. e) Men have more sexual partners, but it is women who are more likely to report that they enjoy sex a great deal.