What happens when a presidential candidate wins a state with slightly? These electors, in turn, vote for the presidential candidate. The candidate who receives the most votes in a state at the general election will be the candidate for whom the electors later cast their votes. The candidate who wins in a state is awarded […]
What is generally true about formal norms?
What is generally true about formal norms? Formal norms are typically written down and include an official penalty for violating the norm. Sanctions are only negative penalties; they do not include rewards. Which type of norms are considered to be necessary for the welfare of society? Mores: are norms deemed highly necessary to the welfare […]
What is the concept of Homogamy?
What is the concept of Homogamy? Homogamy is marriage between individuals who are, in some culturally important way, similar to each other. It is a form of assortative mating. The union may be based on socioeconomic status, class, gender, caste, ethnicity, or religion, or age in the case of the so-called age homogamy. What is […]
Why was the League of Nations not popular in the US?
Why was the League of Nations not popular in the US? The League of Nations was established at the end of World War I as an international peacekeeping organization. Although US President Woodrow Wilson was an enthusiastic proponent of the League, the United States did not officially join the League of Nations due to opposition […]
What are the two types of powers given to the national government under the US Constitution?
What are the two types of powers given to the national government under the US Constitution? The U.S. government is has three types of powers: expressed, implied, and inherent. Powers are in the Constitution, while some are simply those exercised by any government of a sovereign country. What are those powers granted to the states […]
Who supported the anti-federalists?
Who supported the anti-federalists? Anti-Federalists, in early U.S. history, a loose political coalition of popular politicians, such as Patrick Henry, who unsuccessfully opposed the strong central government envisioned in the U.S. Constitution of 1787 and whose agitations led to the addition of a Bill of Rights. What nation did the Anti-Federalists support? Many Anti-Federalists preferred […]
Was anyone held responsible for the Triangle Shirtwaist fire?
Was anyone held responsible for the Triangle Shirtwaist fire? In the end, no one truly bore sole responsibility for the deaths of 146 employees at the Triangle Shirtwaist factory. Isaac Harris and Max Blanck were acquitted for manslaughter and were later brought back to court for civil suits. What changes came from the Triangle Shirtwaist […]
What are the symptoms of psychological problems?
What are the symptoms of psychological problems? Symptoms Feeling sad or down. Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate. Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt. Extreme mood changes of highs and lows. Withdrawal from friends and activities. Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping. What are the most effective coping mechanisms? Types […]
What are the two types of groups classified by CH Cooley?
What are the two types of groups classified by CH Cooley? Sociologist Charles Horton Cooley (1864–1929) suggested that groups can broadly be divided into two categories: primary groups and secondary groups (Cooley 1909). What is a primary group in sociology? “Primary group” refers to those personal relations that are direct, face-to-face, relatively permanent, and intimate, […]
What was the cowboy strike?
What was the cowboy strike? In 1883 a group of cowboys began a 2½-month strike against five ranches, the LIT, the LX, the LS, the LE, and the T Anchor, which they believed were controlled by corporations or individuals interested in ranching only as a speculative venture for quick profit. What invention killed the cowboy? […]