Sam and Ben are brothers. Sam attends the local neighbourhood school, while his younger brother, Ben, attends an exclusive private school. Sam is very proud of his home and frequently invites friends over to his house to study or just relax. Ben, on the other hand, does not want his classmates to see how poor his family is and is embarrassed by the small house his family lives in. In this case, the opposing views of the same home can be explained from a sociocultural perspective in the following way
A)Ben's negative view of the world is a result of being the youngest child
B)each boy's reality is shaped by his different social settings at school
C)Sam has more friends than Ben and is therefore more comfortable with his home
D)Ben's friends value money; whereas Sam's do not

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Each boy's perception of their home is influenced by the social environments they are immersed in. Sam, attending a local neighborhood school, likely interacts with peers who have similar socio-economic backgrounds, making him comfortable with his living situation. Ben, attending an exclusive private school, is likely surrounded by peers from wealthier backgrounds, which may make him feel embarrassed about his own home's modesty. This contrast highlights how social settings can shape individuals' realities and perceptions.

Sam and Ben Are Brothers