Which of the Following Scenarios from the Chapter Illustrates the Point

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios from the chapter illustrates the point that violators of important social norms are often stigmatized?

• A) The major religious bodies in the United States have taken a strong position against homosexuality and their opposition has influenced the laws and community norms.
• B) If most people believe that Iraqis are the enemy, then bombing their villages is appropriate and refusing to do so is deviant.
• C) Murder is a deviant act, but the killing of an enemy during wartime is rewarded with praise and medals.
• D) Because states make sex offender registries public, anyone can look online and find names, addresses, and pictures of the sex offenders in his or her state or neighborhood.

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Definitions:

Antimony

A chemical element with the symbol Sb and atomic number 51, known for its brittle texture and silvery luster, used in alloys, flame retardants, and electronics.

Metals

Elements that are good conductors of electricity and heat, have a shiny appearance, and are malleable and ductile.

Tin

A chemical element with the symbol Sn and atomic number 50, known for its corrosion resistance and used in alloys and coatings.

Zinc

A metallic element with symbol Zn, necessary for human health and used in alloys such as brass, in galvanization, and in various chemical reactions.