« previous next »

Author Question: From a dramaturgical sociology perspective, what is one of the primary functions of engagement ... (Read 86 times)

joesmith1212

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 549
on: Jul 1, 2018
From a dramaturgical sociology perspective, what is one of the primary functions of engagement proposals?
 
  a. It communicates to each other and to secondary audiences that the couple is entering a new phase of their relationship, one that signifies greater commitment.
  b. It is an occasion for the couple to show materially what they can afford, compares themselves to others in the situation, and serves as a status symbol in society.
  c. It allows the couple to engage in premarital sex that some groups would find deviant if they were not engaged.
  d. It is a ceremony that had much meaning a hundred years ago, but in modern times it has very little significance in the romantic relationship of a couple.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT considered a contemporary romantic rite of passage, according to the authors of this article?
 
  a. the wedding
  b. bachelor and bachelorette parties
  c. divorce proceedings
  d. bridals showers


juwms

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 337
Reply #1 on: Jul 1, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

Did you know?

Historic treatments for rheumatoid arthritis have included gold salts, acupuncture, a diet consisting of apples or rhubarb, nutmeg, nettles, bee venom, bracelets made of copper, prayer, rest, tooth extractions, fasting, honey, vitamins, insulin, snow collected on Christmas, magnets, and electric convulsion therapy.

Did you know?

Many people have small pouches in their colons that bulge outward through weak spots. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. About 10% of Americans older than age 40 years have diverticulosis, which, when the pouches become infected or inflamed, is called diverticulitis. The main cause of diverticular disease is a low-fiber diet.

Did you know?

Parkinson's disease is both chronic and progressive. This means that it persists over a long period of time and that its symptoms grow worse over time.

Did you know?

The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.

Lip Abnormalities, Chancre from Primary Syphilis Lip Abnormalities, Chancre from Primary Syphilis
Primary Action of Epinephrine in a Liver Cell Primary Action of Epinephrine in a Liver Cell
Trig functions Trig functions
Glial cells and their functions. Glial cells and their functions.
All computer systems perform four basic functions: input, processing, storage, and output. All computer systems perform four basic functions: input, processing, storage, and output.
Each enzyme functions best within a characteristic range of pH Each enzyme functions best within a characteristic range of pH
Video: Nerve Impulse Transmission Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library