Theories of Crime and Behavior

A child grows up watching his parents steal and later starts stealing too. What theory explains this?

• Social Learning Theory

• Social Control Theory

• Neutralization Theory

A teenager is labeled a "bad kid" by teachers and eventually starts committing crimes. What theory applies?

• Self-Control Theory

• Labeling Theory

• Containment Theory

A student who participates in school clubs and sports is less likely to commit crimes. What element of Social Control Theory is this?

• Commitment

• Involvement

• Belief

A person justifies stealing by saying, "Big companies steal from people all the time." What theory is at play?

• Differential Association Theory

• Neutralization Theory

• Social Conflict Theory

A poor man robs a store and blames the rich for his struggles. Which theory applies?

• Social Conflict Theory

• Containment Theory

• Self-Control Theory

A teenager is rewarded with praise from friends after shoplifting and continues to steal. What theory explains this?

• Social Learning Theory

• Social Control Theory

• Neutralization Theory

According to Social Control Theory, which of the following helps prevent crime?

• Weak social bonds

• Strong social bonds

• Lack of opportunities

A person raised in a strict but loving home is less likely to commit crimes. Which theory supports this?

• Self-Control Theory

• Social Conflict Theory

• Labeling Theory

A young boy raised without discipline is more likely to act impulsively and commit crimes. What theory explains this?

• Social Learning Theory

• Self-Control Theory

• Containment Theory

A teen steals but says, "No one got hurt, so it’s not really bad." What neutralization technique is this?

• Denial of responsibility

• Denial of injury

• Appeal to higher loyalties