Sociology Chapter 7 Quiz

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What is the definition of deviance?

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A violation of established contextual, cultural, or social norms, whether folkways, mores, or codified law.

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What is the difference between a violent crime and a hate crime?

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A hate crime is based on a person’s race, religion, or other characteristics.

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How can crime be defined?

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A behavior that violates official law and is punishable through formal sanctions.

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Which of the following is not a branch of the U.S. Criminal Justice System?

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The jury.

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What is the definition of secondary deviance?

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When a person’s self-concept and behavior begin to change after his or her actions are labeled as deviant by members of society.

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What is social control?

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The regulation and enforcement of norms.

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What does strain theory address?

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Addresses the relationship between having socially acceptable goals and having socially acceptable means to reach those goals.

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Match Travis Hirschi to his theory.

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Control Theory.

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Match Clifford Shaw and Henry McKay to their theory.

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Cultural Deviance Theory.

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Complete the statement: Every ______ is considered a deviant act, but not every deviant act is considered a ______.

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crime ; crime.