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The credentialism approach in understanding sociology and education advocates that the:

The unemployment rate of black and Hispanic men has shrunk since the 1960s, so it is now about the same as the unemployment rate for white men.

Charles Tilly argues that collective action as a process of revolutionary change requires organization, mobilization, and common interests, all of which are within the control of a group wishing to effect change. In addition, however, ________ is invariably needed to promote collective action.

The 1964 Civil Rights Act:

Monogamy is the most common form of marriage in the world as a whole.

John is from an upper-middle-class home and has the benefit of extracurricular activities and the latest technology. He is a good student, but does not have an exemplary record. Clorista is a bright and energetic student who loves math and science. Her grades are strong, but they would be better if she had more time and resources. She has limited access to a computer and often has to care for her younger siblings while her mother is at work. John and Clorista both applied for positions on the Yearbook Committee. John was appointed, and Clorista was offered membership in the “Day of the Dead” committee, which is headed by the Spanish teacher. She is unable to accept because of her commitments at home. Sociologically speaking, in comparison to Clorista, John possesses more:

Dictatorships are based on authority if their citizens see them as legitimate.

Your best friend lives with her mother and father, her two sisters, and her grandmother and aunt, all in the same household! A sociologist would refer to this as a/an ________ family.

Capitalism is characterized as:

Work provides ________, which in turn tends to structure people’s psychological makeup and daily lives.