Essay. Choose 1, worth 30 points. You don't have to answer the questions inside the essay question one by one.

In fact, if you plan it well, in answering one, you may answer another.

So, write an integrative answer to one of the following essay questions.

There are no length requirements; however, be sure to completely answer the question and use specific examples!

or sociological concepts and ideas associated with them, specifically influence your life? Or, to think about it another way, you might explain how your personal

experiences of family, religion, or education, will be determined not so much by personal characteristics or choice, but by other social forces.

* Choose one of these institutions to focus on as you answer the above questions, being sure that you cite at least three relevant readings and two media/tangible examples from class in your discussion.