Study Guide for Loewen - Sociology001...

11/4/16 Sociology 001
Study Guide: 32-Loewen – “The Land of Opportunity.” (Chapter 31 in
6
th
edition)
There are 8 general topics/questions in this study guide. Topics appear in bold:
In one sentence, what is the author attempting to show?
Why does the author feel this research is necessary?
What data sources does he use?
What did Woodrow Wilson say about social class and education?
Loewen says “ Social class is probably the single most important variable in society. ”
What are two pieces of evidence does he produce to support this...