Sociology Homework Solutions

How would a Marxist react to the work of Samuel Smiles?

How would a marxit reply to the views of author samuel smiles? what would a marxist disagree on?

Was war good for children from 1900-50?

Hi, My exam question is along the lines of "consider the statement that 'War was good for babies and small children in the first half of the 20th Century'". The essay is based on events in the UK but events from outside the UK can be considered. I have been preparing what areas I am going to cover in the exam and I would like ...continues

Discuss the idea that the Poor Law Ammendment act wasn't primarily concerned with eliminating poverty.

Hi, My question is along the lines of "Discuss the idea that the Poor Law Ammendment act wasn't primarily concerned with eliminating poverty." I have prepared areas that I am going to cover, I would just like your views on what I plan to cover and whether you think I should cover other areas or if there is anything else I ...continues

Peterloo Massacre and the Miners Strike

This question is on the Peterloo Massacre of 1819 and The Miners Strike of the early 80's. With reference to problems of policing I must compare and contrast issues surrounding these events. I would just like some help from you deciding what areas I should cover. This is what I have so far: - Why they were meeting/striking - ...continues

What evidence is there that the death penalty acts as a deterrent?

What evidence is there that the death penalty acts as a deterrent?

What effect has the withdrawal of the death penalty had in Asian Countries?

5 asian countries have withdrawn the death penalty (Bhutan, Cambodia, East Timor, Somao and Turkmenistan) Please provide info as to the changes in one or two of these countries since the death penalty was taken away. e.g are murder rates lower now?

Hate crimes

I am trying to find a profile of typical individual who commits hate crimes, the cause of the crimes and how can society minimize the number of hate crimes?

Socialization and Criminal Behavior

I have chosen Jeffery Dahmer and have found interesting articles. I just need some help organizing it and help figuring out the socialization aspect. Locate a criminal from one of the following links: Serial Killers, Notorious Murder Cases, Gangsters and Outlaws, The Criminal Mind, or Terrorists, Spies and Assassins. Rea ...continues

Gangs

Can gangs be controlled without changing the economic opportunity structure of society? Are there any truly meaningful alternatives to gangs today for lower-class youths? Can you think of other rituals in society that reflect an affinity or longing for more tribal times? I think an example is if one has ever pledged a frater ...continues

Compare and Contrast Crime and Terrorism

Locate an example of a terrorist organization from the Foreign Terrorist Organization List http://www.state.gov/s/ct/rls/fs/2002/12535.htm Research your chosen terrorist organization further, using reputable sources Discuss, in 1,050-1,400 words, the following: · Explain the motivation of the selected terrorist organ ...continues

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