Democracy symbols agents of socialization conflict theory equality
4 essay questions (worth 5 points each for a total of 20 points)
Consider K’Naan’s life course as described in the interview with Democracy Now and relate it to the theories and concepts presented in chapters 1-3.
How did his life experiences influence his self-development? (Use at least 3 sociological concepts when answering the question, define each concept and give an example).
Discuss how agents of socialization influenced his life and his resocialization in American and Canadian society (Use at least 3 sociological concepts when answering the question, define each concept and give an example).
What does K’Naan’s experience tell us about culture and society? (Use at least 3 sociological concepts when answering the question, define each concept and give an example).
What do we learn from his experiences about globalization and U.S. engagement with other nations? (Use at least 3 sociological concepts when answering the question, define each concept and give an example).
Concept: a general notion or idea; conception (from Latin term-something conceived) generally we use concepts in our daily life to define something/situation.
Here are a few examples: You may use any of the concepts from chapters 1-3.
culture culture shock ethnocentrism cultural relativism norms sociological imagination
out-Group conformity values authority group think society
Socialization mores folkways nature vs. nature gender poverty
LINK TO ARTICLE
https://www.democracynow.org/2009/8/6/somali_canadian_rapper_knaan_on_journey