A functionalist would likely want to perpetuate the Horatio Alger myth
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
true
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The concept "environmental deficit" refers to
a. long-term harm to the environment caused by a short-sighted focus on material affluence. b. the fact that too few people are engaged in the study of the natural environment. c. the fact that natural scientists ignore the social dimensions of environmental problems. d. efforts to protect the environment to benefit future generations.
Pentecostalism and similar faiths are attractive to many Latinos because ________
a. they hold beliefs against religious experiences such as faith healing b. they offer followers the opportunity to express their religious fervor openly c. they originate from the colonies of Central and South America d. they increase the likelihood of permanent residency to illegal immigrants
Religious people and organizations have been active in their involvement in the political arena over family issues. Their positions are similar to that of
a. conservatives. b. liberals. c. both conservatives and liberals. d. neither conservative and liberals since religion transcends politics.
The reason behind the Theodore Roosevelt-era military buildup was
A. geopolitical change. B. expansion of American influence abroad. C. excess industrial capacity. D. emerging external threats.