Using one of the sociological theories (functionalist, conflict, feminist, or interactionist) in Chapter 1 and the sociological research methods in Chapter 2, examine the social problem of homelessness. To answer this question,

* define the social problem of homelessness
* develop an explanation of the problem using ONE of the four theories mentioned above 
* next, develop a hypothesis of the social problem consistent with the theory you are using 
* develop an appropriate research design or study by which you would test your hypothesis 

Write your answers in narrative form, in a 2-3 page paper.