According to Janet Lever’s observations of children at play, ________.

“Race” refers to ________ considered important by a society; “ethnicity” refers to ________.

In which of the following occupations are 99 percent of all workers women?

Briefly describe the main characteristics of caste systems and class systems. How are these types linked to different types of economic production (agrarian versus industrial technology)? What part does meritocracy play in each type of stratification? How does each type of stratification justify inequality?

While prejudice is a matter of ________, discrimination is a matter of ________.

Social stratification is a matter of not only inequality, but also cultural beliefs about fairness.

Using the sociological perspective, we see that social stratification ________.

Explain the differences in the approach to social stratification of Karl Marx and Max Weber. How did each envision stratification? Why is Weber’s approach more complex? Which approach do you think better represents social inequality in the United States? Why?

According to the Davis-Moore thesis, ________.

The socialization process links gender to personal identity (gender identity) as well as distinctive behavior and activities (gender roles). In this essay, explain why gender is a central element of socialization across the life course from birth through early adulthood. Begin by addressing the fact that people are quick to ask about the sex of a newborn child. Consider parental expectations, peer group activity, and school life. Provide data where you can.