Question 1

Define and discuss globalization.Use the examples in the text to discuss the negative and positive social consequences of globalization.

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Globalization refers to the interconnectedness and interdependence of countries and people around the world, driven by advancements in technology, communication, and trade. It has led to the increased flow of goods, services, information, and people across borders, resulting in a more integrated global economy.

One positive social consequence of globalization is the spread of cultural exchange and diversity. As people and ideas move more freely across borders, there is a greater opportunity for cross-cultural understanding and appreciation. For example, the popularity of international cuisine and the adoption of cultural practices from different parts of the world demonstrate the positive impact of globalization on social diversity.

However, globalization also has negative social consequences. One example is the widening gap between the rich and the poor. While globalization has led to economic growth in many parts of the world, it has also exacerbated income inequality within and between countries. This can lead to social unrest and instability, as marginalized communities feel left behind in the global economy.

Another negative consequence of globalization is the homogenization of culture. As Western ideals and consumerism spread globally, there is a risk of traditional cultures and practices being overshadowed or lost. This can lead to a loss of identity and a decline in cultural diversity.

In conclusion, while globalization has brought about positive social consequences such as cultural exchange and economic growth, it has also led to negative social consequences such as income inequality and cultural homogenization. It is important for policymakers and global citizens to address these challenges and work towards a more inclusive and equitable global society.

Question 2

Discuss what separates sociology from common sense.Be sure to give some examples of how sociological research might dispel commonly accepted views.

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Question 3

Which sociological perspective holds the view that people create their social worlds through interaction and manipulation of symbols?

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A)  Functionalist
B)  Conflict
C)  Interactionist
D)  GlobalE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

The state of Ohio has a dwindling population.In an effort to increase the birthrate in the state,it offers a $5,000 bonus to all families giving birth in the state for the next three years.Which of the following is the latent function?

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A)  An increase in the birth rate for the state of Ohio
B)  An increase in the population in the state of Ohio
C)  An increase in the need for teachers as a result of more children in the Ohio educational system
D)  An increase in the state's budget deficit due to the number of bonuses distributed to familiesE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

In his study of society,Charles Horton Cooley focused on

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A)  class issues.
B)  divorce.
C)  intimate,face-to-face groups.
D)  suicide.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 6

Anomie refers to a

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A)  model that serves as a measuring rod against which actual cases can be evaluated.
B)  loss of direction that is felt in a society when social control of individual behavior has become ineffective.
C)  classification scheme containing two or more categories.
D)  type of suicide that is based on depression.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

Knowledge of Van Gogh,Rembrandt,and the works of other celebrated painters would be an example of cultural capital.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which sociological perspective generalizes about everyday forms of social interaction in order to understand society as a whole?

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A)  Functionalist perspective
B)  Conflict perspective
C)  Interactionist perspective
D)  Global perspectiveE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 9

A study of divorce rates among the populations of Canada,England,the U.S. ,and France,is an example of

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A)  alienation.
B)  anomie.
C)  microsociology.
D)  macrosociology.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

The conflict perspective considers how laws reinforce the position of those in power.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

All sociologists view the world as a stable and ongoing entity.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which sociological perspective would view sports as a form of big business in which profits are more important than the health and safety of athletes?

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A)  Functionalist perspective
B)  Conflict perspective
C)  Interactionist perspective
D)  Global perspectiveE) B) and C)
F) A) and D) B

Question 13

In Émile Durkheim's study of suicide,he related suicide rates to

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A)  personal depression.
B)  personal stress.
C)  the extent to which people were integrated into the group life of a society.
D)  climatic conditions such as oppressive heat,heavy rain,and cold winters.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 14

________ embraces the study of formal organizations and social movements.

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A)  Global sociology
B)  Microsociology
C)  Macrosociology
D)  MesosociologyE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 15

The view that sports serve as an "opiate" for social injustices and distract people from focusing on the reality of personal problems and social issues would most likely be held by

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A)  functionalists.
B)  conflict theorists.
C)  interactionists.
D)  global sociologists.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 16

A condition in which members of society have differing amounts of wealth,prestige,or power is referred to as

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A)  social inequality.
B)  pure sociology.
C)  applied sociology.
D)  social psychology.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

Networks,which are built on reciprocal trust are referred to as

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A)  cultural capital.
B)  latent functions.
C)  manifest functions.
D)  social capital.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 18

A sociologist studies drug-use patterns among small groups of college students in a Midwestern college.This would be an example of

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A)  conflict theory.
B)  functionalism.
C)  macrosociology.
D)  microsociology.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

A sociology instructor asks students to make lists of the characteristics of the best and worst possible instructors.These lists,which would be used to evaluate all instructors,would form an example of a(n)

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A)  typology.
B)  ideal type.
C)  verstehen.
D)  hypothesis.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

The discipline of sociology was given its name by the French theorist

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A)  Émile Durkheim.
B)  Auguste Comte.
C)  Harriet Martineau.
D)  Marcel Marceau.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D) B

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