The Only Two Places Not Swept by Ronald Reagan in His

question 38

Multiple Choice

The only two places not swept by Ronald Reagan in his 1984 electoral landslide over former Vice President Walter Mondale were

• A) Washington State and Hawaii.
• B) Minnesota and Wisconsin.
• C) Massachusetts and Vermont.
• D) Minnesota and the District of Columbia.
• E) New York and New Jersey.

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Definitions:

Social Distinctions

The differentiation of people into categories based on characteristics such as class, ethnicity, or gender, often leading to unequal treatment or access to resources.

Urban, Industrial Societies

Societies characterized by high levels of urbanization, technological advancement, and industrialization, affecting their social structure and culture.

Symbolic Interactionism

A theoretical framework in sociology that emphasizes the way individuals interpret and give meaning to their social world through the use of symbols and language.

Age Stratification

A system of social ranking and differentiation on the basis of age, affecting access to resources, power, and prestige.