Islam Unit 2:2 - Crime

What is the definition of a crime?

• An act that is morally wrong

• An illegal act, punishable by law

• A disagreement between individuals

• An offensive act

In Islamic law, what is the category of crimes called that are against God and have fixed punishments?

• Qisas

• Ta’zir

• Hudud

• Shari’ah

What does the term "Qisas" refer to in Islamic law?

• Crimes against God

• Crimes against individuals or families

• Crimes with no stated punishment

• Crimes related to theft

Who decides the punishment for Ta’zir crimes in Islamic law?

• The victim

• The government

• The qadi (a judge in Muslim law)

• The community

Which reason is associated with difficulties in conforming to society’s norms, such as poor parenting?

• Sub-culture

• Socialisation

• Labelling theory / Media stereotyping

• Lack of opportunity

What is linked to prejudice against certain groups, reinforcing negative perceptions, leading to isolation and then crime?

• Labelling theory / Media stereotyping

• Lack of opportunity

• Sub-culture

• Socialisation

Which of the following is related to poor performance in exams or lack of suitable job opportunities?

• Socialisation

• Sub-culture

• Lack of opportunity

• Labelling theory / Media stereotyping

What is a possible reason for difficulties in conforming to society’s norms?

• Labelling theory/media stereotyping

• Socialisation

• Lack of opportunity

• Sub-culture

Which reason involves prejudice against certain groups leading to crime?

• Socialisation

• Lack of opportunity

• Labelling theory/media stereotyping

• Sub-culture

Which reason is associated with peer groups that approve of delinquent behavior?

• Socialisation

• Labelling theory/media stereotyping

• Lack of opportunity

• Sub-culture