correlated to social class. There are multiple theories in sociology that
explain class, ethnicity and gender. Choose one theory to use as a backbone for
you paper and choose two ethnic minorities in the United States to compare and
contrast their experiences in terms of social class.
Analyze how gender is treated in these groups. Demonstrate
your understanding of the ways in which religious tradition works to construct
social reality for these groups.
Evaluate how those in power aid or obstruct the assimilation
process. Inspect the ways in which racism and discrimination affect this
minority’s participation in mainstream American life. If you pick an American
Indian group, be sure to identify their tribe and discuss their history.
Provide support for your arguments based on both the
required and recommended readings for the course, and incorporate any relevant
points culled from the discussion boards.
