In the United States, people whose bodies do not conform to cultural ideals are often discriminated against. There are now a number of communities and organizations--such as Health at Any Size and NAAFA (National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance)--working to end discrimination based on weight. Sociologists would classify these groups as part of ______.
A. a social movement
B. a resource mobilization
C. a social network
D. a movement structure
A. a social movement
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Unlike other ethnic groups in the U.S., female-headed Native American households have not increased in the last few decades
a) True b) False
Involves producing goods that are disposable after a single use, have a shorter life cycle than the industry is capable of producing, or go out of style quickly even though the goods can still serve their purpose
a. Mechanization b. Rationalization c. Planned obsolescence d. A tipping point
Which of the following terms is associated with the sociologist William F. Ogburn?
A. Cultural universals B. Culture lag C. Culture shock D. Cultural imperialism
The brief discussion of Mary Romero's life history of Teresa, the daughter of a Latina live-in maid in a predominantly white, upper-class neighborhood in Los Angeles, highlights the situational nature of Teresa's identity and how she must be sensitive to signs in each situation in order to behave in such a way so that she is not sanctioned for inappropriate behavior. a) Why does Teresa have to be sensitive in these ways? b) Discuss examples of others who have to be similarly sensitive. Detail the context and the particular kinds of behaviors that individuals engage in order to manage their identities.
What will be an ideal response?