Sociology
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Who were the Founding Fathers?
Founding Fathers The Founding Fathers were a group of well-educated men who led America in the early stages of her...
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How have women's roles changed since 1900?
Women's Roles Women can vote in the U.S., have jobs, own property. More Changes Birth control has made enormous changes in...
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What is the changing roles of women in modern society in this mechanical world?
American women had very few employment options, usually secretaries. When women married they were typically encouraged to retire...
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Is life harder for a girl or a boy?
it is harder for guys. for many reasons. but the girls main reason is that girls are more dramatic and moody in general and on...
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What jobs can you get with a bachelor's degree in sociology?
pretty much nothing. You could teach sociology or get a job with the government if your uncle is the governor. Granted there...
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Define the concept of culture Also describe the national cultural variables and individual cultural variables with examples?
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How could a man adapt other cultures in himself especially the social and psychological aspects?
The library is always a good place to start. Try looking in the Encyclopedia Britannica under "Computers, history of". If that...
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What dangers are there for a society which depends on computer screens rather than face-to-face contact for its main means of communication?
Well not many extreme dangers. But lack of social contact with other people might be the most major one of all.
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What are the areas of sociology?
Sociology (from Latin: socius, "companion"; and the suffix -ology, "the study of," from Greek λόγος, lógos, "knowledge") is...
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What is racism?
Racism is the belief that some races or nationalities are superior or inferior to others, either morally, intellectually,...
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What are similarities between social work and social welfare?
samiyya hajin se rrabta karain jo smester 2 replica main sociology ki student hai iscs pu lahore.pk thanks a lot...
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Why are some people racist?
People are racist because they are taught to be. Many children are brought up racist by ancesters and they know no other way....
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Did Karl Marx make a contribution to sociology?
yes. There are really too many examples to name. I suggest reading an encyclopedia article about Marx just to get a basic...
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What is the definition of cultural diversity?
cultural diversity is being respectful to other cultures besides your own. ad i ment diversity the people who won britains got...
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Do you need to share language before you can share culture?
No. Here are some examples: You can be a Christian without speaking Aramaic, the language of Christ and the early Christian...
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What is the 'scientific approach' or the 'scientific method'?
- A method of investigation involving observation and theory to test scientific hypotheses The two terms are not exactly...
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Who are experts on racism?
Social Scientists, the victims of it and those who practice it.
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Who was Erik Erikson?
Do you possibly mean Leif Erikson? A Viking explorer who lead an expedition to the Western Hemisphere 500 years before Chris...
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What is the difference between psychology and sociology?
Psychology vs. Sociology Psychology examines more of the workings of the human mind, why persons think and behave as they do....
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What did George H Mead contribute to sociology?
contributions of george mead?
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What are the agents of socialization?
1. Family. This begins affecting you before anything else. 2. Peers. One of the heaviest influences, most prominent during...
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What are the different branches of sociology?
waht are the four branches of sociology
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What is grapevine communication?
gossip As in, "I heard it through the grapevine..." Grapevine communication is a form of informal business communication, which...
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What is the meaning of Racial Discrimination?
Racial discrimination is when an individual or organisation discriminates or acts in predjudice against an individual or group...
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Advantages of using questionnaire?
Questionnaires are very cost effective when compared to face-to-face interviews. This is especially true for studies involving...
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Who was Herbert Spencer?
Herbert Spencer (27 April 1820 - 8 December 1903) was an English philosopher; prominent classical liberal political theorist; and...
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What is the relation between sociology and other sciences?
sociology deals with society[people];how people interact,their culture,norms,values just like other socioal sciences like...
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How is history related to economics philosophy psychology sociology political science?
The repetiton on its order of existence, there is no changes on its principles it is only repeated
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Is a bachelors degree in sociology a BA or a BS?
Depends on the Institution Whether it is a BA or a BSc depends largely on the department teaching it. BA is Bachelor of Arts...
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Is objectivity possible in sociological research?
Technically no. If any observer is a part of the observation. In this case the society to be observed is a member of society...
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What is the dropout rate for high schoolers in Alabama?
Approx. 16%
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What is racial discrimination?
Basically, because of the color of your skin or ethnicity, you are not treated the same as the majority.
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What are the origins of the 'party hat'?
This was a holiday drop, from before 2002 when i became a player. (kasuma t) the party hat is from a holiday event and are the...
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Is media the cause of all social evils?
It is the cause of a lot of them, but not all, as the love of money is still worse!
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What is social mobilization?
Social mobilization is a term used by the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) to describe a...
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Why do people hate the Japanese since without them you would not have a lot of electronics?
They bombed Pearl Harbor. Answer People hate people for many stupid reasons. It doesn't matter what race you are,...
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What are the characteristics of sociology as a science?
One of the characteristics is "Holism", which means "the idea that all the properties of a system cannot be determined by the sum...
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What does it feel like to be an outsider?
It feels lonely, and people may make fun of you. People only make fun of you because your different, and that's no reason to make...
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Why don't teens know when to shut up?
MAYBE THEY NEED A JOB LIKE I DO
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How do you tell your parents that you are emo?
If you're truly emo and your parents don't even see it at all, then they obviously don't know what emo is and they wouldn't know...
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What influences personality more nature or nurture?
Nurture - Although "nurture" has historically been referred to as the care given to children by their parents, in particular...
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Where do sociology majors go after they graduate?
Many find jobs in Prisons, mental institutions, hospitals, social services, state agencies and a few, with an advanced degree...
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What is the use of scientific method in sociology?
Use of the scientific method in sociology helps preserve objectivity and consistency in the research process.
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What are the contributions of karl marx in sociology?
- Marxism - He took his ideas and applied it to society saying, "The origins of change are all materialistic, not based on...
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What is 'conflict theory' in sociology?
Conflict theory originated with Karl Marx, but also involved Georg Simmel and Max Weber due to their addition of necessary...
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What is the meaning of correlation coefficient?
If its closer to 1 then its a perfect line. improving answer: Correlation coefficient is used to project same line symmetry in...
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What is social stratification?
is the division of a large group of society and their unequal access to resources........
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Why do children misbehave?
For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of GOD. It is due to our sinful carnal nature. answer The same reason why...
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Can you take sociology to become a psychologist?
In essence, yes, you can. Sociology and Psychology are two distinct fields that have a lot of overlap. Psychology is the study of...
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What is the relevance of studying sociology in nursing?
Well, you can become more attuned to certain cultural needs for the persons ideals on medicine and health issues.
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How has racism been resisted?
It can be scary or different to deal with people of different races, there are many bad stereotypes out there that cause us to...
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Why are gothic kids so weird?
they are not weird they are just different then you are. i mean to them you may seem very weird. just because someone doesn't...
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What are tha elements of science?
There are 92 elements that naturally occur and several others that are man made. Things like gold, silver, oxygen, hydrogen,...
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Explain why sociology is a science?
sociology is a science because it follows the basic principles of the natural sciences; such as hypothesis Answer Social and...
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Why do people become emo?
Emo Is Not A Person .. It Is A Genre Of Music Or Clothing .. People Who Call People Emos Have To Get It Through There Heads That...
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How does social stratification dfifferently affect groups in society?
"How does social stratification dfifferently affect groups in society?"
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What is culture clash?
culture clash is when two or more cultures disagree about there believe or way of life Culture clash is the misunderstandings,...
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Why does sociology have such a bad reputation?
i didnt know it had but if it does probably because society dosnt like individuals having any information more than society...
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Who needs help in society?
EVERYONE NEEDS HELP IN SOCIETY.
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Why do people in the US tend to think of the operation of society in personal terms?
Why do US people tend to pose rhetorical questions?
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What does religion have to do with culture?
Religion influences ethics and morality in everyday life. A person who indulgences in the religion of their choice can testify...
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What is the importance of sociology?
sociology helps us make our lives better by knowing the different societies.
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What is sociology?
What is Sociology? The focus of Sociology is on social structures and the influences from society which can affect the behavior...
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What are necessities of rural people?
They live more simply then the city folk but still need food, water, clothing, etc and electricity. They live off the land and...
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What is the difference between a pie chart and a bar graph?
A pie chart is round, and a bar graph is square with the bars running either horizontal or verticle.
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How does the home environment in 1970's families compare to the home environment in 2007?
In the 1970s, it was common to have a single income family. Dad would go to work Mum would stay at home, cook, clean and look...
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What are examples of mores?
Conventions relating to behavoiur, customs, "morals"
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What might the barriers of communication be in social care?
there are many but some can be physical, psycological and natural, you do the math!!!! Edit: Religion and culture set the social...
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What are the functions of the cerebrum?
The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain. Its wrinkled surface is called the cerebral cortex. It is the part of the brain...
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Why do society need professional social workers?
Answer Society is so screwed up. Children wandering around on barren streets all times of the days and nights, parent fighting,...
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Where did goth originate?
Origin of Goth The original Goths were Scandinavian barbarians who made repeated invasions to various parts of the Roman...
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Is it worth it to get a masters degree in sociology?
From, somebody like myself, who has a master's degree in sociology, I would recommend that you avoid getting your master's in...
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How long does it take to major in sociology?
I got my degree in 4 years and one summer with Special ed and Secondary ed minors with my Sociology and the basics that are...
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How do you counter stereotyping?
You can counter sterotyping by first teaching children that all people are created equally and that we are all individuals. One...
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In what ways does society require individuals to sacrifice their own interests for the common good?
an example.. gay marriage. people are being asked to set aside their dreams of getting married one day just because they happen...
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Why do immigrants settle in the city's center?
One big reason is that there is public transportation, so that vehicle ownership and licensing is not necessary. Secondly, there...
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What does socioeconomic factor mean?
• SOCIOECONOMIC (adjective) The adjective SOCIOECONOMIC has 1 sense: 1. involving social as well as economic factors...
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How do you complete supplementary documentation for a grant that must include graph charts?
I have no clue.
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Why are people so judgmental?
So that they have only good company
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What are the differences between classical conditioning and operant learning?
classical conditioning is where a participant learns to associate a stimulus with food that doesn't result in an overt...
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How do you know when you are preppy?
Once Again we are all focused on our appearances and not our hearts!!!OK, Let me explain this the right way......"Preppy" is just...
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What is secondary victimization?
Secondary victimization occurs when the societal response to a victimizing stigma is more disabling than the primary stigmatic...
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What is the significance of studying Civics?
Civics is the study of citizenship and government.
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What percentage of people believe in the devil?
The same that believe in God. The devil is a Christian Diety after all.
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Why do Jewish and Asian students do better in school than Blacks and Latinos in the same schools?
The reasons for doing better at school have everything to do with the individual student and almost nothing to do with their...
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What was Karl Marx's major contribution to the science of sociology?
Karl Marxs created the theory of marxism, he came up with the theory that the rich exploit the poor does this help?
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How has the issue social change was dealt with by the functionalist?
"http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_has_the_issue_social_change_was_dealt_with_by_the_functionalist
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Why don't some people have a good personality?
Some people are just mean. Who knows why.
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Are cults and sects bad for society?
Cults are anyway.
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What is one example of a subculture?
In USA there are four subculture group: 1. Hispanic 2. African-american 3. Asian-american 4. Mature Consumer Ref: Philip Kotler...
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How do psychology and sociology coincide?
Psychology is part of the three sciences, which also include anthropology and sociolgy. Each are a study of humans, whether is be...
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What is the difference between sociology and philosophy?
The one philosophy class I took we spent a lot of the class determining if things truly exhisted that were right in front of us. ...
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What is the situation of racial discrimination in the world now?
The ignorant and those of low intellectual ability are unable to suppress their animal instinct to be suspicious of anyone who is...
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Example of counter culture and subculture?
subculture is like goths, preps, hippies,stoners, jocks...etc.
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Can you give me some social awareness topics?
TOPICS OF SOCIAL AWARENESS....yeah you.. I'M NOT exactly sure what you are asking for, but if it is "topics of social...
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Discrimination is best described as treatment of others based primarily on what?
There are many forms of discrimination. The most commonly referred to is race discrimination. However, people have been subject...
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What is cutting if you're emo?
A sport. Okay whoever put that above is seriously messed up. Cutting is when someone cuts their wrists so that they bleed. Dude....
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What is patriarchy to sociologists?
*; PATRIARCHY: Literally 'rule by the father' but more generally it refers to a social situation where men are dominant over...
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What is the difference between functionalism and materialism?
Functionalism refers to one's purpose on earth (everything has a purpose). With all your abilities, talents, interests and...
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What is the differance between internal and external validity in research?
Internal validity has to do with the accuracy of the results. Results could be inaccurate if samples are not selected...
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