Category: Sociology

Which of the following is a norm that is socially accepted but does not have a great moral significance if it is not followed? Folkways are norms that describe socially acceptable behavior but do not have great moral significance attached to them. Do all groups create norms to enforce their cultural values? All groups create […]

What is it called when a driver begins to back up and is unaware that a person is behind the vehicle? One common type of accident is trampling. If a driver makes a backup without paying attention and does not realize that there is a person behind the car, there may be a hit, a […]

Which of the following is an agent of socialization a a grandparent C TV B school? The correct answer is D. Family, peers, school and mass media are considered the four main socialization agents. Which of the following is an agent of socialization? agents of socialization: Agents of socialization, or institutions that can impress social […]

Which was the major result of the Reformation? The Reformation became the basis for the founding of Protestantism, one of the three major branches of Christianity. The Reformation led to the reformulation of certain basic tenets of Christian belief and resulted in the division of Western Christendom between Roman Catholicism and the new Protestant traditions. […]

How does Brazil celebrate Thanksgiving? On ‘Dia de Acao de Gracas’, the Brazilians attend Masses at church and offer their prayers and thanks to God. ‘Day of Grace’ rallys are also organized and many Brazilians take part in these. The people of Brazil also seriously observe the ‘Action of Grace’ as a part of the […]

How did James Oglethorpe the founder of Georgia treat the American Indians? How did James Oglethorpe, the founder of Georgia, treat the local American Indians? A. Oglethorpe released them from enslavement and forced labor. Oglethorpe made American Indian trade an important part of Georgia’s economy. Which best describes the relationship between colonist and American Indians […]

What are the theories of public health? Selected theories and models that are used for health promotion and disease prevention programs include: Ecological Models. The Health Belief Model. Stages of Change Model (Transtheoretical Model) Social Cognitive Theory. Theory of Reasoned Action/Planned Behavior. Why are theories and models important in health promotion? Models and theories can […]

What is the rising action of the Hunger Games? The Rising Action is when the game starts,and Katniss now has to learn to survive on her own. The Capitol controls the game, so they can make anything happen. Katniss learns to sleep in trees, and tie herself onto it. That way she won’t fall out. […]

What happened to the 52 American hostages in Iran? With the completion of negotiations signified by the signing of the Algiers Accords on January 19, 1981, the hostages were released on January 20, 1981. That day, minutes after President Reagan completed his 20‑minute inaugural address after being sworn in, the 52 American hostages were released […]

Why is District of Columbia v Heller important to understanding the changing nature of American federalism? The Supreme Court’s decision striking down the D.C. handgun ban is an important victory for the rights of American citizens who want to own guns for self defense. It is also an important declaration by the Court of its […]