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Part A

RESPOND TO EACH OF THE QUESTIONS INDIVIDUALLY. BE SURE TO INDICATE THE CORRESPONDING QUESTION NUMBER IN YOUR ANSWERS.∗∗

Read Chapt. 10 –

1. Discuss how  neocolonialism differs from colonialism.  

2. Give an example of  neocolonialism.

3. Give an example of colonialism.

4. Compare and contrast modernization theory and dependence theory.

5. What do you think are the main causes of global hunger?

6. Watch brief video:   https://mediaplayer.pearsoncmg.com/assets/_video.true/sociology-2017-blue_chalk_videos-global_slavery

Answer the following: You may not have slaves today, but how are you tied up with slave labor? What role does globalization play in modern slavery?

PART B

RESPOND TO EACH OF THE QUESTIONS INDIVIDUALLY. BE SURE TO INDICATE THE CORRESPONDING QUESTION NUMBER IN YOUR ANSWERS.∗∗

Read Chapt. 11 –

1. What is the "beauty myth"? 

2. Give at least two examples of how the idea of beauty supports gender stratification.

3. Why do you think it has been especially difficult to convince men to share the housework?

4. Watch brief video:  https://mediaplayer.pearsoncmg.com/assets/_video.true/sociology-2017-blue_chalk_videos-gender_socialization

Answer the following: Think about interactions with your family, friends, coworkers, coaches, teachers, etc. As you reflect, discuss ways in which characteristics of your assigned gender may have been influenced and reinforced (socialized).