Left Realism Theory

What does 'Relative Deprivation' refer to in Left Realism?

• Absolute poverty.

• Feeling deprived when comparing oneself to others.

• Lack of basic necessities.

• Government neglect.

What role does media play in Relative Deprivation according to Left Realism?

• It reduces awareness of deprivation.

• It increases awareness of deprivation.

• It has no impact on deprivation.

• It solves deprivation issues.

Which groups are more likely to be affected by marginalisation according to Left Realism?

• Upper classes.

• Middle classes.

• Working/lower classes and ethnic minorities.

• All social classes equally.

What survey do Left Realists use to understand crime impact?

• The National Crime Victimization Survey.

• The Crime Survey of England and Wales.

• The Global Crime Survey.

• The Urban Crime Report.

What is a goal of subcultures according to Left Realism?

• To oppose all societal norms.

• To subscribe to mainstream goals like materialism and consumerism.

• To isolate from society.

• To create new societal norms.

How does Left Realism view the role of the victim in crime?

• As irrelevant.

• As central, especially for the poor and vulnerable.

• As secondary to the criminal.

• As a passive participant.

Why is the theory described as deterministic?

• It suggests everyone will commit crime

• It suggests if you’re poor you will turn to crime

• It suggests crime is random

• It suggests crime is a choice

What reform did the government make in 2012 related to left realism?

• Increased police funding

• Directly-electing police and crime commissioners

• Implementing stricter laws

• Reducing police force

What is the expected outcome if social exclusion and marginalisation cause crime?

• More crimes by women than men

• Equal crimes by men and women

• More crimes by men than women

• No crimes by women

Which theory supports left realism?

• Conflict Theory

• Strain Theory

• Labeling Theory

• Rational Choice Theory