The students in the film speak of family problems, social issues, and show examples of both things that have remained culturally similar and things that have drastically changed in social norms between then and now. ... Not only do students deal with pressure from their families, they also deal with social pressure. Whether it be Andy or Clair who both face the social pressure of having to maintain their statuses of popularity, or it be John, Brian, or Allison who deal with being socially outcasted, teenagers are always dealing with the social pressures of high school. Family and social issues...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Moreover, it introduces itself into social spaces that were once void of racial and ethnic population. ... Though, the European songs are also played with high volumes to define entertainment and social class. Music influences society in such a way that, every social group or class gains identity from certain forms of music. ... Also, the evaluation of Caucasian models wearing high-status sweatshirt were high than an African American wearing low-status sweatshirt. ... The disparities in fashion based on ethnic identity have influenced the society, to link style to status, social class and rac...

• Word Count: 879
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People have always marked their bodies with signs of rebellion, social status and cultural identity. I am sure that we all are familiar with body art, but what different personal and social meaning can body art express; there are no cultures in which people do not or did not paint. ... In "Body Art as Visual Language" by Enid Schildkrout she said that body art is a visual language. " To understand it one needs to know the vocabulary, including the shared symbols, myths, and social values that are written on the body. ... For the Inca of South America and the Maya of Central America and Mexico,...

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Interacting with different cultures on a day to day basis is such a normal event that very few really know how many different cultural rituals and traditions are active in today's society. Many people naively assume that people from different cultures accept and perceive things the same way as they ...

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The first is the nature of social structures shaped by the force of tradition and the impact of colonialism. ... The most important aspect of this first factor is defining the nature of social structures. ... The fundamental nature of these social structures is to provide for the society in which they operate within. The issues are raised after the long statuses of these social structures are broken by the conquering of colonialist powers. ... The definition of nation in this sense has the former colonialist majority still imbedded in every aspect of the current status of the nation. ...

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The most important structures that tie together these groups are economics, politics, and social status. ... Walker's own cultural surroundings reflect on this work, which is obvious by revealing economic, political, and social means within the story. ... The political implications here resonate with the ideas of Dee and the cultural value of the quilts, as the family actually considers giving them to Dee because of her newfound "high" status in the nineteen sixties culture. ... The effects of social influence on Dee are obvious in that she wishes to have the family heirlooms for herse...

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And in many other cultures, men are the primary decision-makers on family decisions, sexual activity, and fertility; no matter the social status, family size, or if men possess extramarital sexual partners. ... In many societies, opportunities for women in the social, economic, and educational fields is increasing and traditional gender roles are starting to revolutionize. ... Definitely, social status can hurt women as well. ...

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Margaret Mead and Elise Boulding made great contributions to the social sciences world of the United States. ... She conducted theoretical work on the role of families and social change. ... Communication is such an important aspect of life, and she had concerns about communication between different societies, parents and children, and between people of the same social status. ... Boulding knew that the social sciences field was dominated by men, but it did not change the fact that she wanted to make contributions to peace and social change. ... She wanted women to be a part of social sciences...

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Furthermore social status and titles are less significant in the Australian culture, as the lower level worker may commonly attract more respect than management. ... Issues such as racism have been existent in Australia in the past and still are to some extent, yet younger generations tend to display higher levels of tolerance and acceptability regardless of peoples race, gender, age or social status. ...

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In 1969 Pierre Elliot Trudeau's government had regulated the White Paper, a legal document that had forbid negotiations with the Natives in regards to their aspirations and rights by removing their Indian status (Statement of the Government of Canada on Indian policy, 1969, Queens Printer). ... The White Paper was created to develop the standard of living of Aborigines by removing their Indian legal status, so equality would arise (Indigenous Foundations of British Columbia). ... The Indian Act is a Canadian statute that incorporates the issues of governance, reserves, and status among th...

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His aunt of his newly found friend continually warns Winterbourne, brought up by a socially elite group. ... Not realizing her status in Europe she was not invited to many of the events and parties in which the society held. ...

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These standards may be based on religion, different social groups in which people belong, as well as the social environment that surrounds us. ... Winterbourne, brought up by a socially elite group is continually warned by his aunt of his newly found friend. ... Not realizing her status in Europe she was not invited to many of the events and parties in which the society held. ... I believe that this message can be interpreted in two different ways: the fist being that she understood Winterbournes warning and realized that she was not conforming to the wishes of the European society, or seco...

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• Grade Level: High School

Although both countries have similar economic status, each country has developed their own unique cultural values. ... "Tatemae " is social lies and verbal sound that is not meant to convey information, but to maintain good feelings through the avoidance of pressure. ... Additionally, the stereotype of Americans "live to work " which means that they can obtain rewards and attain higher status based on how good they can do(Geert-hofstede.com, 2014). ...

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When confronted with someone beneath him in status, the doctor feels no such duty. ... Steinbeck's social conscience doesn't show wealth as power, but as a state of mind for his people. ... The Pearl demonstrates how a city can be wrong in how they set their status. ...

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This ethical principle crosses geographical and cultural boundaries and recognizes the importance of inherent worth of all human beings regardless of ethnic origin or social status (www.un.org, n.d.). ...

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Women of higher family status were viewed more as trophy's devoid of responsibility or leadership. ... Kingston's social skills, learned more by interacting with Americans, taught her to take things more or less a face value. ...

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The society values equality and any inequality is minimised therefore there is more diverse social interaction between people. For example, Doug is seen playing tennis with Steven and pool with Paul as opposed to with Judy, who is of similar status. ... Sound understanding of the prevailing attitude towards power distance can greatly improve a manager's business, social and family relations. ...

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As part of the third category differences occur as part of the social construct we live in. ... Through service learning future teachers are exposed to various social and cultural issues. ... Through academic service learning teachers are able to bring forth their understanding and personal experiences of various topics such as class, socio-economic status and culture and challenge that in the classroom to improve the educational outcomes of children from diverse backgrounds. ...

• Word Count: 1067
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