sociology

                                        Dating
Data
1. How many (what percent)of Americans are actively dating?
2.which gender pursues relationships more often?   


Applying the perspectives Symbolic Interaction ism ,Functionalism and Conflict Theory offer differing perspectives on social media usage.Use the questions below to apply each perspectives to this phenomenon.  


  Symbolic Interaction ism


1. Where does the individual learn about dating patterns ,rituals and customs?How do these ideal affect the expectations individuals have about dating?


2. how does gender play a part in one's responsibilities and actions while actively dating?


3. How has the goal of dating changed for many young Americans ?Once dating was an activity to create a pathway to marriage.Do young people still see it that way today? Explain your stance.


   Functionalism


1.What is the function of dating? how does it affect the economy ,government ,media,family,school and religion?   


 Conflict Theory


1. What factors determine a person"s dating pool? which gender has more power in the dating game and why?


2. Do people from other classes intermingle when dating ? if they try are they successful matches?