Isabella Is a Good Student; She Attends Sociology Class, Does

question 24

Multiple Choice

Isabella is a good student; she attends sociology class, does well in her other studies, and would never break a campus rule. Unfortunately, her brother Craig is addicted to drugs, steals from their mother, and lives on the streets. One day, Craig calls Isabella and asks her to let him stay in her dorm. Isabella knows that visitors are not allowed in the dormitory, but she wants to help her brother. According to role theorists, Isabella is feeling ______.

• A) role conflict
• B) role strain
• C) role reversal
• D) all of these

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