status

Directions:

Please respond to the writing prompt below in essay form. Put your name, date, and assignment name on your submission. Your submission should be between 500-750 words, single-spaced, and in Times New Roman font size 12. This assignment should be submitted through Canvas. Please be sure to answer all parts of the prompt.

Writing Prompt:

(1) Explain how a person's life chances are influenced by the status positions they hold

(2) Discuss at least two examples in detail. 

(3) In your answer, be sure to: define and use the terms/concepts listed below. You may use the definition from your textbook or the lecture – just be sure to use quotations and cite the material properly if you do.

a. social structure

b. social hierarchies

c. status

d. ascribed status

e. achieved status