SOC 320 Topic 3 DQ 1 & 2

SOC 320 Topic 3 DQ 1 & 2

SOC 320 Topic 3 DQ 1 & 2

Topic 3 DQ 1

Sociologists suggest that dating has certain functions. That is, it accomplishes certain things for the individuals involved and for the society as a whole.

1. What are those functions and how well does the dating process accomplish those functions?

Because dating has these functions, it follows certain patterns which society believes will help it accomplish its functions.

1. What are some of the patterns (norms) of dating in American society? (Because norms can change over time, it would help if you identified your approximate age (e.g., 20s, 30s, 50s, etc.)

Topic 3 DQ 2

The Lauer & Lauer text identifies some reasons that people in a relationship break up. Which of these seems most common or likely to you and why? Similarly, the text also describes some responses to a deteriorating or broken relationship. Explain at least two of these.

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SOC 320 Topic 4 DQ 1 & 2

Topic 4 DQ 1

The Lauer & Lauer text describes some of the ways in which people select a life partner. Name and describe two of the ways the text discusses and compare them with regard to their ability to result in a satisfying marriage for those who use those ways. What are some of the drawbacks to each method of selecting a mate?

Topic 4 DQ 2

Describe the ways that major social factors (not personality traits or physical traits) affect the selection of a life partner in the United States? The Lauer & Lauer text goes into some detail on at least four of these traits. Your answer should include the terms homogamy, hypergamy, and assortative mating. If you are married or in a committed relationship, did these factors seem to have a role in your relationship? If not, why do you think that is the case?