The American Emphasis on the Importance of the Individual Is

question 26

Multiple Choice

The American emphasis on the importance of the individual is rooted in the principle of

• A)popular consent.
• B)political equality.
• C)majority rule.
• D)indirect democracy.
• E)political culture.

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Definitions:

Self-schemas

Cognitive representations of oneself that organize and guide the processing of self-relevant information.

Self-defining Attribute

A characteristic or quality that an individual believes is central to their identity.

Social Role Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals perform roles in society based on expectations and norms attached to their social position.

Maternal Tasks

The responsibilities and activities traditionally associated with motherhood and the caregiving role of mothers.