Advocates of national service and school-to-work programs believe that education does not have to be confined to formal schooling.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 2The implications of William F. Whyte's study of performance and status include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. a person's performance will conform to the level of expectation that other's have for him/her.
b. group members will act in ways that confirm the status quo.
c. status in a group can have a strong influence on performance.
d. high status individuals are also top performers because of their propensity to cheat.
Question 3The development of isolated adolescent cultures is risky for society.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4The main finding from William F. Whyte's landmark study of street corner groups in Boston was
a. street gangs establish status through physical challenges.
b. Italians are good bowlers.
c. In-groups matter more than out-groups when determining status.
d. status in a group determines performance rather than the other way around.
Question 5The rising level of expectation regarding educational attainment has contributed to the development of the youth culture.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 6William F. Whyte studied which group of people in Boston?
a. youth gangs in an Italian American neighborhood
b. adults in an Irish neighborhood
c. doctors living near the central city
d. athletes at a local prep school
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