The Sociologist Richard Sennett Argues That We Have Seen the "Fall

question 31

Multiple Choice

The sociologist Richard Sennett argues that we have seen the "fall of public man" and have become much more likely to seek refuge in "ties of family or intimate association." Given this,what else would you expect Sennett to believe?

• A) Few people can take pleasure in great cities, which are full of strangers.
• B) Religious ceremonies are a great source of pride and meaning.
• C) More Americans are participating in local politics.
• D) In the future, there will be far more people with mental health issues than there are today.

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