Which forms of social inequality have the most impact on people of different nationalities
[ethnicities & races], classes, and genders in our society?” [Everyone must answer this question.]
“2]. Define ‘culture,’ list its major elements, and discuss the importance of understanding the culture of
any society. Does any single group control the production of culture in USA society? Does this apply
to both high culture and popular culture? Why, or why not? Describe positive and negative impacts of
globalization on culture.
“3]. Identify & discuss the major agents of socialization in USA society. Why do sociologists study this
process? Which of the major agents has the most impact on USA society, in your opinion, and why?
Which has the least? If you were to restructure or re-direct one of these major agents [assume that you
have limitless resources], which one would it be and how would you do so?”
“5]. Of the main world economic systems, which do you prefer, and why? In detail, explain how your
choice might characterize both social structure and power on a global scale. Apply your answer by
discussing the possible development of a new world economic power, and the factors or conditions that
might determine this outcome. What current information indicates this as a possible outcome?”
“6]. Identify and explain the concept of deviance. Discuss the role of stigma in social control, including
the positive and negative aspects of its application.
“7]. Describe the patterns of class inequality in the USA by discussing income & wealth distribution.
What are the effects regarding housing, education & medical care? What, if anything, would you
change about the current distribution if you could?”
“8]. Discuss in detail the impact of mass media versus the impact of social media on our lives.”
