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How does the documentary People Like Us illustrate the conce…

How does the documentary People Like Us illustrate the concept of social stratification in the United States? In your answer, draw on specific scenes or interviews from the film and link them to sociological concepts such as class systems, social mobility, and status consistency discussed in Chapter 9. Rubric (8 Points Total) 1. Content Accuracy (2 points) 2 points: Correct and clear understanding of social stratification and its portrayal in the film. 1 point: Partially correct understanding or minor errors in concepts. 0 points: Incorrect understanding or failure to address key concepts. 2. Use of Film Examples (2 points) 2 points: Thorough and relevant examples from the documentary. 1 point: Some examples but lacking depth or specificity. 0 points: No or inaccurate examples from the film. 3. Application of Sociological Concepts (2 points) 2 points: Clear application of concepts such as social mobility, status consistency, and class systems. 1 point: Concepts mentioned but not well connected to the film. 0 points: Failure to apply sociological concepts. 4. Clarity and Organization (2 points) 2 points: Well-organized and clear explanation of concepts. 1 point: Somewhat organized but lacks clarity in parts. 0 points: Poorly organized or unclear explanations

Do you think that it is possible to end absolute poverty in…

Do you think that it is possible to end absolute poverty in the world? Clearly, it is technologically possible because the world already has more than enough food to supply everyone. However, is it politically or culturally possible? Take a stand and explain your position. Rubric for Question 1 (8 Points Total): 1. Definition of Absolute Poverty (1 point) 1 point: Clear and accurate definition of absolute poverty. 0.5 points: Partial or somewhat unclear definition. 0 points: Incorrect or missing definition. 2. Technological Feasibility (1 point) 1 point: Clear recognition that ending absolute poverty is technologically possible. 0.5 points: Mentions technology but lacks detail. 0 points: No mention of technological feasibility. 3. Political Feasibility (2 points) 2 points: Thorough discussion of political challenges or possibilities with specific examples. 1 point: Mentions political factors but lacks depth or clarity. 0 points: No mention of political feasibility. 4. Cultural Feasibility (2 points) 2 points: Well-explained cultural challenges or possibilities, with relevant examples. 1 point: Mentions cultural factors but lacks depth. 0 points: No mention of cultural feasibility. 5. Personal Stance and Justification (2 points) 2 points: Clear stance with well-supported reasoning. 1 point: Takes a stance but lacks depth or clarity. 0 points: No stance or unclear, unsupported response.