Questions for Virginity Lost, Blue-Chip

 Black, and Brewing Justice

Soc 1033 – Spring 2008

1.    Describe how the author uses (or does not use) the sociological imagination.

2.    Identify the research methods employed.  Are these appropriate for the research question? Why or why not?

3.    Identify at least three social institutions addressed in the book.  In what ways are these related to the “problem” or situation discussed in the book?

4.    Which aspects of material and non-material culture are addressed in the book and how are these related to the “problem” or situation discussed in the book?

5.    Is social change addressed in the book?  If so, by what means does it take place?

6.    Are the following concepts addressed in the book and if so, how?

o      Dramaturgy and impression management

o      Socialization and identity

o      Sanctions for violating norms

o      Bureaucracies

o      Social control

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