The document poses a series of sociological questions about the influence of wealth, class, and social structures on societies. It questions whether societies are ruled by the rich, whether capitalism has made countries more powerful, and if war and terrorism are related to government politics. It also asks about the influence of sports and aging on perceptions of heroes and personal worth. Additionally, it raises issues around global poverty, eating patterns, relationships, marriage, family, crime, and the criminal justice system.

1. 20 Sociology Question By Kevin Burton

2. Is society ruled by the rich and upper elite class? Has capitalism made the United States more powerful?

3. Does the war in Iraq affect the way the world views the United States? Are war and terrorism related to the politics of a country’s government?

4. Are sports more than recreation and entertainment for young people? How do sports influence our perception of heroes?

5. Does a person’s age measure their personal worth? Is an aging society hurting the economy?

6. Do wealthy countries benefit from global poverty? Do rich nations provide enough help to third world nations?

7. Are eating patterns closely related to a person’s class, race, and ethnic background? Is there an obsession with thinness in today’s society?

8. Has the Internet changed societies views on personal relationships? Does the Internet create global diversification?

9. Do unhappy married couples stay together for economical reasons of for social reasons? Why are children of divorced parents more likely to divorce themselves?

10. Are we more influenced by parents or friends ? Why do people get pressured into drinking ?

11. Why do people commit crimes ? Does prison sentences rehabilitate criminals?