: The shared symbols, language, values, and norms that define a way of life for a given group.
: The capacity of individuals to act independently and make free choices. Essential Concepts in Sociology
This core tension examines how much control individuals have over their lives compared to the social forces acting upon them: : The shared symbols, language, values, and norms
Sociology examines why some groups have more access to resources than others: Essential Concepts in Sociology - OpenEdition Journals : The shared symbols