Indicate whether the following statements represent functionalism, conflict or symbolic interactionism 1. Societies are in relative balance

2. Power is one of the most important elements of social life

3. Religion helps hold a society together morally

4. Symbols are crucial to social life

5. Many elements of a society exist to benefit the powerful
6. Different segments of a society compete to achieve their own self interest rather than cooperate to benefit others

7. Social life should be understood from the viewpoint of the individuals involved

8. Social change is constantly occurring

9. Conflict is harmful and disruptive to society

richard allen was a minister for a african methodist episcopal church. he was also a educator and a writer one of america most active and influential black leaders. in 1794, he founded a african methodist episcopal church in philadelphia, pennsylvania. the church that he founded was the first independent african american denomination in the united states. he was a influential leader that makes many people feel comfortable under his preachings. they trusted him and supported him even though it could get them in trouble because slavery was happening. he risked his life to bring slaves and others closer to god and writing books. as a boy he and his family were slaves but some how he managed to teach himself how to read, write and preach. he has written four books about his life, slavery and hymns/preaching.

on february 25, 2004, at the time the president of united states of america george bush announced that he supports the constitutional amendment to ban the same-sex marriage. but the possibility was left that states can decide whether they allow civil unions.

march 8, 1917

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