SOC 110 - Essay Questions

Day #2 of 20:

Soc 110: Introduction to Sociology

May 29th

UIBE SUMMER SCHOOL

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How do sociologists think?

• We start with three basic ideas: • The issue of individual choice in life • The relationship between control and freedom

• The issue of personal issues and public problems

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Social Facts

Chances of Completing College by Father’s Occupation, Updated 2009 Data

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STUDENTS

AVERAGE Top 10%

Father’s Occupation

All Occupations 20% 70%

Professional 48% 84%

Manager 36% 81%

Clerical/Sales 18% 65%

Skilled Blue Collar 15% 60%

Unskilled Blue Collar 12% 46%

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Individual Choice and Freedom