Category: Sociology

What amendments have been ratified? While there are two ways, only one has ever been used. All 27 Amendments have been ratified after two-thirds of the House and Senate approve of the proposal and send it to the states for a vote. Then, three-fourths of the states must affirm the proposed Amendment. What are the […]

What was the main weakness of the Articles of Confederation? A major weakness of the Articles of Confederation was that Congress could not tax. Congress could only request that taxes be submitted. This is a big weakness because tax money IS needed to do things like fund a military and provide much-needed services for the […]

How are the ideas of capitalism and socialism different quizlet? Capitalism is a system in which the government controls production, but socialism stresses production by private businesses. Capitalism is a system in which people pursue their own self-interests, but socialism stresses an equal distribution of wealth. Which of the following is a reasonable explanation for […]

How human trafficking can affect the victims self esteem? Low self esteem- being trafficked continuously can have major effects on ones self-esteem. They may feel unworthy of living and not good enough. Guilty and ashamed- in most occasions, victims of human trafficking feel responsible for their situation, and blame themselves for the circumstances. How does […]

What are the adaptation of fish in water? Fishes are adapted to their environment through the evolution of a few special organs e.g. gills, swim bladders and fins. Gills help in absorbing the oxygen present in the water and swim bladders allow to maintains the proper buoyancy level and fins help to move the fish […]

What are the personality disorders in the DSM-5? DSM-5: The Ten Personality Disorders: Cluster B Antisocial Personality Disorder. Histrionic Personality Disorder. Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Borderline Personality Disorder. Which are the 3 clusters according to DSM-5 of personality disorder? The Three Clusters These clusters are: Cluster A (the “odd, eccentric” cluster); Cluster B (the “dramatic, emotional, […]

How representative is Congress? For example, smaller states like Vermont and Delaware have one representative while large states like California have 53 representatives. How is representation in the House of Representatives determined? The Constitution provides for proportional representation in the U.S. House of Representatives and the seats in the House are apportioned based on state […]

What are some of the characteristics of older adults who adjust better to retirement? Healthy, active and have an adequate income, are better educated, have extended social networks and family, & were satisfied with their lives before retiring. Flexibility and planning are also key factors in whether individuals adjust well to retirement. Which of the […]

What does Brutus allege about the power of the proposed federal government? Brutus argued that under the Necessary and Proper Clause, Congress would be able to repeal state fundraising laws. Therefore, the government is complete, and no longer a confederation of smaller republics. According to Brutus, there was no limit upon the legislative power to […]

How were French missionaries different from Spanish missionaries? How were French missionaries different from Spanish missionaries? The Spanish missionaries tried to convert Native Americans to christians, while the French did not. The French missionaries lives peacefully among the Native Americans and learned their customs, while the Spanish did not. What was the goal of Spanish […]