Brazil Is Characterized by Strong Upper and Lower Classes, but the Middle

question 105

True/False

Brazil is characterized by strong upper and lower classes, but the middle class has diminished in size in recent years.

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Definitions:

Societal Suffering

refers to the collective experience of pain, hardship, or adversity by a community or society, often due to social, economic, or political issues.

Religion as a Crutch

A perspective that views religion as a source of support or an emotional crutch for individuals facing difficult life situations.

Durkheim

A French sociologist, Emile Durkheim, who is considered one of the founding fathers of sociology, known for his work on social integration and anomie.

Ritual

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