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Depending on the topic of "Poverty" and how it is connect to various social institutions (e.g., family, education, economy, government, health care, religion, etc.) and sociological constructs (e.g., socialization, social stratification, race and ethnicity, gender, social change, etc.). Please write an essay that addresses each of the following three items using the topic of "Poverty".

1) How has the sociological theory and/or research enhanced or deepened your understanding of poverty? In your response please identify, discuss and apply specific sociological theories and research methods that have led to your increased understanding of poverty.

2) Next, demonstrate how poverty differentially affects various groups of people. How and why does poverty influence the human experience for diverse groups of individuals in our society? In essence, why does social location matter in how people experience your selected issue? (For example you may wish to write about how factors such as race, social class and/or gender influence diversity of experiences in our society.)

3) Finally, describe how poverty is of personal relevance and is publicly important. How does poverty directly impact you in our society compared to other social groups? In responding to this item, you may wish to refer to C. Wright Mills' discussion of the Sociological Imagination and his statements regarding the relationship between personal troubles and societal/public problems/issues.

NOTES:

- No plagiarism.
- Need 850 words, use simple words.
- You may at least 4 CREDIBLE sources.