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What is the primary function of social control in society?

• To promote individual freedom without restrictions.
• To encourage individuals to break societal norms.
• To eliminate all forms of deviance.
• To regulate behavior and maintain social order.

How does the concept of deviance relate to societal norms?

• Deviance can highlight the flexibility of societal norms over time.
• Deviance is always viewed negatively by society.
• All deviant behaviors are illegal.
• Deviance has no impact on social change.

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of tertiary deviance?

• An individual who redefines their unconventional lifestyle as a valid choice.
• A person who shoplifts and feels guilty afterward.
• A community that punishes members for breaking minor social norms.
• A teenager who is labeled as a delinquent after a single act of vandalism.

What does the term 'deviance' refer to in a societal context?

• Behaviors that are always illegal
• Behaviors, beliefs, or characteristics that violate societal norms
• Behaviors that conform to societal norms
• Actions that are universally accepted

Which of the following best describes primary deviance?

• Redefining deviant behavior as normal
• Engaging in deviant behavior due to societal labeling
• Initial acts of rule-breaking without long-term consequences
• Long-term rule-breaking that alters self-identity

What is secondary deviance?

• Acts that are accepted by society
• Behaviors that are celebrated in a community
• Initial rule-breaking that has no lasting impact
• Deviant behavior resulting from being labeled as deviant

What is tertiary deviance?

• Engaging in deviance due to labeling
• Redefining deviant behavior as normal
• Reinforcing societal norms
• Initial acts of rule-breaking

Which of the following is an example of criminal deviance?

• Participating in a protest
• Expressing a controversial opinion
• Wearing unconventional clothing
• Shoplifting from a store

What does social deviance encompass?

• Behaviors that are always illegal
• Actions that break laws
• Acts that are universally accepted
• Behaviors that are frowned upon socially but not illegal

How does social context influence deviant behavior?

• It makes all behaviors acceptable.
• It only affects criminal deviance.
• It determines what is considered deviant.
• It has no impact on deviance.