Criminology Review

Imagine David, Zoe, and Harper are discussing theories of crime over a cup of coffee. David suggests a theory that individuals engage in criminal behavior due to a lack of self-control. Can you recall the name of this theory?

• self-control theory

• social learning theory

Imagine you're in a thrilling detective novel. Jackson, Rohan, and Abigail are trying to solve a mystery. They come across a term that describes criminal behavior that is planned and organized. What is this term?

• impulsive

• premeditated

Zoe, Arjun, and Charlotte are playing a game of 'Role-Play'. They are pretending to be part of the criminal justice system. Can you guess what they believe is the main purpose of the criminal justice system they are role-playing?

• Generate revenue for the government

• Maintain social order, enforce laws, and protect rights and safety.

Zoe, David, and Rohan are playing detectives in a school play. They are discussing different strategies to prevent crime in their city. Which strategy, according to them, focuses on addressing the root causes of crime?

• social intervention approach

• retributive method

Charlotte, Lily, and Anika are playing detectives in their school play. What is the process they would use to collect evidence and gather information to solve a crime?

• investigation

• prosecution

Imagine Arjun, Aiden, and Noah are studying the rational choice theory. According to this theory, what factors would they consider before deciding to engage in a game of 'Cops and Robbers'?

• The potential benefits and costs of playing the game

• The weather conditions and time of day

Benjamin, Aria, and Hannah are playing a detective game. They need to identify a type of criminal behavior that involves intentionally causing harm to others. Can you help them?

• white-collar crime

• violent crime

Rohan, Hannah, and Samuel are discussing the role of the police in the criminal justice system. What do they agree is the primary role of the police?

• Provide legal advice to individuals involved in criminal cases.

• Enforce laws, maintain public order, prevent and investigate crimes, ensure safety and security of the community.

Samuel, Liam, and Lily are discussing crime prevention strategies. Which strategy do they think aims to increase the perceived risk of committing a crime?

• deterrence theory

• situational crime prevention

Elijah, Kai, and Anika are playing detective. What is the primary goal of the criminal investigation techniques they use in their game?

• To gather evidence and information to identify and apprehend criminals

• To protect the rights of criminals