The Position You and Your Family Occupy Within Your Society

question 86

Multiple Choice

The position you and your family occupy within your society is known as your ________.

• A)subculture
• B)culture
• C)ethnic group
• D)reference group
• E)social class

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Definitions:

Government Benefits

Financial assistance provided by the government to individuals or families in need, which can include welfare, healthcare, and housing support.

Herbert Gans

An American sociologist known for his work in urban sociology, planning and public policy, and the study of culture.

Dirty Work

Occupations or tasks considered unpleasant, physically or morally challenging, but necessary for society's functioning.

Urban Renewal

A program of land redevelopment in areas of moderate to high density urban land use, focusing on improving neighborhoods that are substandard, rundown, or otherwise underdeveloped.