Deviance, Crime, and Social Control in Sociology

What are the main theories of deviance in sociology?

• Strain theory, Social control theory, Labeling theory, Differential association theory, Conflict theory

• Strain control theory

• Social labeling theory

• Differential conflict theory

Name three types of crimes commonly recognized in society.

• Financial crimes

• Violent crimes, Property crimes, White-collar crimes

• Emotional crimes

• Traffic violations

Discuss the various social control mechanisms used to regulate behavior.

• Physical punishment, rewards, isolation

• Formal laws, informal norms, sanctions, surveillance, and socialization processes are used as social control mechanisms to regulate behavior.

• Religion, education, technology

• Peer pressure, cultural traditions, economic systems

What are deviant subcultures and how do they influence society?

• Deviant subcultures are groups within society that have norms and values that differ from the mainstream culture. They can influence society by challenging dominant norms, providing alternative perspectives, and sometimes engaging in criminal activities.

• Deviant subcultures are groups that promote harmony within society.

• Deviant subcultures have norms and values identical to the mainstream culture.

• Deviant subcultures have no impact on society.

Explain the role of the criminal justice system in addressing crime.

• The criminal justice system ignores crime

• The criminal justice system worsens crime

• The criminal justice system addresses crime through investigation, prosecution, and adjudication processes.

• The criminal justice system promotes crime

How do global perspectives on crime differ from local perspectives?

• Global perspectives consider crime on a worldwide scale, while local perspectives focus on specific communities or regions.

• Global perspectives prioritize punishment, while local perspectives prioritize rehabilitation.

• Global perspectives only focus on white-collar crime, while local perspectives focus on street crime.

• Global perspectives focus on individual crimes, while local perspectives consider crime trends.

According to strain theory, what leads individuals to engage in deviant behavior?

• Strain or stress from the gap between goals and means

• Peer pressure

• Financial stability

• Lack of education

What is the difference between white-collar crime and street crime?

• White-collar crime is non-violent and financially motivated, while street crime is often violent and occurs in public places.

• Street crime is non-violent and financially motivated.

• White-collar crime is violent and occurs in public places.

• White-collar crime is often violent and street crime is non-violent.

Describe the process of socialization and its impact on deviant behavior.

• Socialization only affects positive behaviors

• Deviant behavior is solely determined by genetics

• Socialization is the process through which individuals learn and internalize the values, norms, and behaviors of society. Deviant behavior can result from inadequate socialization, where individuals do not fully internalize societal norms.

• Socialization has no impact on deviant behavior

How do cultural norms and values influence perceptions of deviance?

• Cultural norms and values influence perceptions of deviance by defining what is considered acceptable behavior within a society.

• Cultural norms and values have no impact on perceptions of deviance

• Cultural norms and values always lead to the same perceptions of deviance

• Cultural norms and values only influence perceptions of deviance in extreme cases