The life stage of young adulthood from late teens to early 30s is
A) a biological category, based on physiological characteristics of growth and development
B) primarily a psychiatric category
C) a social category based on the need to postpone full adulthood
D) based on religious obligations that often must be fulfilled before adulthood
C
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According to the map in Chapter 10, fertility rates are highest in
a. Western Europe and Eastern Europe. b. South America and North America. c. Africa and the Middle East. d. Western Europe and North America.
Which social hierarchy is discussed in the text as being influential for the family?
a. Gender b. Sexual identity c. Occupation d. Both a and b are correct
The rules we use to understand the relationship we have with our girlfriends or boyfriends reflect ________ in our lives.
A. power B. structure C. culture D. function
SAGE Core Concepts in Sociology: The Social Construction of RealityClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 29 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following questions:Which of the following is NOT true about the social construction of reality?
A. Beliefs about what is real change over time. B. Beliefs about what is real vary by society. C. Gender is an example of the social construction of reality. D. The market does not affect beliefs about what is real.