A(n) __________ is a group to which a person belongs and with which the person feels a sense of identity
a. ingroup
b. outgroup
c. formal group
d. reference group
a
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In the United States, __________ Americans desiring a full-time job is unable to get one
a. one out of two b. one out of six c. one out of fifteen d. one out of twenty
Jeremy dropped out of school at 16 and has been supporting himself by working at a number landscaping jobs. These jobs are typically seasonal, low paying, and offer no benefits. According to Herbert Gans:
a. Jeremy is an example of function of poverty by subsidizing the lifestyles of the upper and middle class. b. Jeremy has an excellent chance at upward social mobility if he just works hard enough. c. Jeremy is participating in a "functional alternative" which is strengthening society. d. Jeremy suffers from equality of opportunity.
Emile Durkheim's definition of religion is centered on those parts of society that are considered sacred. How does Durkheim explain the sacred in society? In your answer describe at least three examples of sacred elements in contemporary society
What will be an ideal response?
According to Rose Giallombardo, which of the following is true of women's prisons?
A. Women's prisons possess all values inherent in a male inmate subculture. B. Women's prisons fail to develop a substitute universe unlike male prisons. C. Male and female inmate subcultures are completely different. D. Female inmate subcultures encourage relationships rather than isolation.