Questions: A criticism of the symbolic-interaction approach is that it: B) ignores how structural factors such as class affect people's experiences.

The answer is B: ignores how structural factors such as class affect people's experiences.

Explanation for each option:

A) Calls attention to major social institutions: This is not a criticism of the symbolic-interaction approach. In fact, one of the criticisms is that it often overlooks major social institutions and focuses more on individual interactions and meanings.

B) Ignores how structural factors such as class affect people's experiences: This is a valid criticism of the symbolic-interaction approach. The approach tends to focus on micro-level interactions and may neglect the influence of larger structural factors like class, race, and gender on individual experiences.

C) Paints a very positive picture of society: This is not typically a criticism of the symbolic-interaction approach. While it focuses on individual interactions, it does not necessarily portray society in a positive or negative light.

D) All of these are true: This option is incorrect because not all the statements are valid criticisms of the symbolic-interaction approach. Only option B accurately reflects a common criticism.