Write 2-3 page paper for chapters 7, 8 and 9 using all the following prompts.
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Compare and contrast the systems of stratification. Social class systems are found primarily in capitalist societies. Discuss how people are ranked in class systems. What observations might people make that contribute to their everyday class consciousness?
How do sociologists define race and ethnicity? What is the difference between prejudice and discrimination? What is the difference between individual discrimination and institutional discrimination? How does a person’s race affect his or her life chances? What is white privilege?
Why do sociologists find it important to differentiate between sex and gender? Please explain. In this chapter, we learned that gender role socialization is a lifelong process. Describe how the four main agents of socialization support heteronormativity throughout our lives.
