Frank is the son of a middle-class family. He took the family car without permission last night, returning home at 3 AM with the smell of alcohol on his breath. It is most likely, based on the research of Kohn, that the next day Frank's parents will

What was the result of research on mother-child bonding based on hours per week children spent in day care?

Why do many sociologists object to psychoanalysis as a valid explanation for human behavior?

Of the following traits and abilities, which one would George Herbert Mead consider most essential for an individual to be a full-fledged member of society?

Based on studies of isolated and institutionalized children, what is the key variable in acquiring the basic "human" traits we take for granted?

Video games have begun to portray women in changing gender roles, such as Lara Croft, the adventure-seeking archaeologist, and Xena, Warrior Princess. This change in roles may also serve as ________.

The case study of Jack and Oskar provides support for which of the following explanations of behavior?

What are the starting and stopping points of the development of the self during the life course?

As a third grader, Henry is reading stories about the American Revolution and how the early Americans were willing to fight to gain their freedom. According to conflict theorists, Henry is not only learning to read, but is also absorbing lessons in patriotism and democracy. These lessons would be referred to by conflict theorists as ________.

Based on the research of Kohn and his associates, how would working-class parents encourage their children to accept guidance when they have deviated from acting properly?   

What is the key feature of postindustrial societies as it relates to the work force?

How does the structure and function of groups change as they grow in size?

Different situations require that different styles of leadership be used to meet the primary goals of the group. Imagine a tour group that is lost in the desert. Which type of leadership would be best for the tour guide to adopt?

Which distinguishing feature of Calvinism contributed to the rise of capitalism?

Giselle works at the public library. Her friend sees her there and asks, “Giselle, can you get me a job here?” Giselle replies, “You must go through the Human Resources Office to fill out an application and pass a series of tests in order to qualify for a position here.” The fact that hiring is based on a worker’s ability to perform a task reflects which characteristic of bureaucracy?

Latoya likes to use Facebook, but her sister Shante likes to use MySpace. Both of these applications help the sisters maintain the ties that they have with others.  As such, Facebook and Myspace help with:

When the former Soviet Union collapsed, NATO forces were no longer needed to protect Europe from a communist invasion. Rather than disband NATO, it was turned into a "rapid response force" to fight terrorism. Sociologists would call this shift in focus an example of ________.

Bob works at an automobile factory that organizes its workers into small groups that meet regularly to discuss ways to increase production and efficiency.  Individual workers are often singled out and recognized for their contributions to the organization. These are examples of attempts to

As voluntary organizations, what do the College Young Democrats, Kiwanis Club, Uptown Stamp Collectors' Club, and National Rifle Association all have in common?

It is becoming more common for corporations to provide daycare facilities as a fringe benefit for their employees. What has evaluative research found regarding the costs and benefits of these facilities? 

Most major companies sponsor "diversity training" lectures and workshops for their employees.  What is the ultimate purpose of these efforts?

It is believed by some sociologists that attempts to humanize the workplace are simply ways to manipulate workers into cooperating in their own exploitation. This belief is most aligned with the ________ perspective.

Samantha works for an organization that is hierarchical and has a division of labor, written rules, communications and records, one in which the administration treats workers impersonally. Based on these characteristics, we can conclude that Samantha works for a(n) ________.

Every McDonald’s employee is expected to treat each customer the same way.  When a customer approaches the counter, the employee is supposed to smile and say, “Welcome to McDonald’s.  May I please take your order?”  The idea that all customers are treated the same way reflects which characteristic of bureaucracy?

Of the following groups, the ________ plays the most significant role in the development of the self.

The concept of the relativity of deviance is best illustrated by which of the following statements?

Why did the "XYY" chromosome theory fall out of favor as an explanation for criminal behavior?

Explanations for deviance that focus on genetic predispositions to explain why individuals commit deviant acts are most aligned with which discipline?

Based on differential association theory, what is the most likely background shared by juvenile delinquents?

John desires the best things in life – a fast car, designer clothes, and membership in exclusive clubs. But rather than work his way through the system, he has discovered he can have all these things by selling crack cocaine in the inner city. How would Merton classify John?

Napoleon Chagnon's visit to the Yanomamö tribe, where he observed tribe members appearing naked in public, using hallucinogenic drugs, and letting mucus hang from their noses, is a good example of ________.

All of the following acts qualify as a white collar crime EXCEPT for which one?

According to control theory, when are inner controls most effective in deterring deviant behavior?

Based on Merton's typologies, what do drug addicts, the homeless, nuns living in a convent, and monks living in a monastery have in common? 

When Officer Friel discovered Mark smoking marijuana outside the school, he took him home and turned him over to his parents for counseling and treatment as they felt appropriate. He also warned Mark the next time would result in a ride to juvenile hall. Which statement best describes Officer Friel's actions?

Which of the following theories of deviance is LEAST associated with sociobiology?

Susie is a first-year college student. Although she wants to be popular, she has refused invitations to attend underage drinking parties. Susie has a strong respect for authority, even when it conflicts with a simple matter such as attending a college party. Susie's decision in this situation demonstrates a quality of control theory called ________.

Groups in which members take personal responsibility and work at a steady pace, even without supervision, are most likely headed by which classification of leader?

What did Stanley Milgram's teacher-learner experiment demonstrate?

In group decision making, a form of tunnel vision that develops in which there is only one "right" viewpoint and suggested alternatives are perceived as signs of disloyalty is called