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Discussion is based on chapter 5 

Prompt - Chapter 5 opens with a sad story of a little girl called Danielle.  Why is this story important to understand the concept of socialization? Discuss why socialization matters.

To address this prompt,

•  First discuss the concept of socialization and use Danielle's story as in illustration 

•   Then discuss why socialization matters. Refer to section 5.2.  You may want to use your personal observations to emphasize the point- use an example.

Part 2

Discussion is based on chapter 9

Prompt - A recent report from Stanford University notes that in the United States, 21 percent of all children are in poverty, a poverty rate higher than what prevails in virtually all other rich nations. Which theoretical perspective (functionalism or conflict) will you use to explain poverty in the US.

How to address this prompt:

• Remember this prompt is about stratification --discuss why US society is stratified, focus on income inequality. 

• To earn full credit, use poverty among children as an example to discuss stratification in the US society.  Discuss main ideas from the theory you are using to explain poverty.  For example, if you are using functionalism, use Davis-Moore theory.  If you are using conflict theory, focus on exploitative nature of capitalist system and wide gaps in wages of regular workers and the top management. (all 20 points)

Please note that any claims you make should be based on facts.