Introduction and Context: Social stratification is the structured classification of entire groups of people that perpetuates economic rewards and unequal power in a society that includes slavery, caste, property systems and social policies. classes. Social stratification can be considered necessary from a functionalist point of view because it motivates people to accept all jobs necessary for the survival of society. Conflict theorists see stratification as a major source of social tension and conflict, different social levels with opposing interests can clash with each other over goals and resources. Interactionists emphasize the importance of social class in determining a person's lifestyle. The most extreme form of legalized social inequality for individuals and racial groups is slavery. What distinguishes this oppressive stratification system is that enslaved individuals are owned by other people, who treat these humans as property, just as if they were pets or household appliances, as is the case in the United States and Latin America, where slavery was a form of slavery. The assigned status, racial and legal barriers prevented the freeing of slaves. Slavery is a major reason why social stratification still exists between racial groups in today's society. Racial and ethnic relations discusses the inequality between majority and minority races that is shaped by stratification and adds to class struggle. Social definitions of race and ethnicity still influence people's place and status in a system of stratification, not only in the United States, but around the world. Castes are hereditary ranks that are usually dictated by religion and which tend to be fixed and immobile. The caste system is generally associated with Hinduism in India and other countries... halfway through the paper... I say that our class is not where we should be when it comes to diversity, but we are taking the right steps. Our classroom may be able to address racial issues, but social diversity is still lacking. The class is socially interactive, but we must also consider that our survey is based on a small group and that 30% of this group did not participate. This survey isn't accurate for society as a whole, but it's a closer look at who you're sitting next to. This survey makes it easier to understand that the way you were raised is obviously not like others, but it also helps you understand why people react to certain people of different races the way they do when faced with certain situations. Works Cited Schaefer, Richard T. “Stratification and Social Mobility in the United States.” Sociology. 13th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill, 2013. Page No. Press.