Using sociological Theory to explain deviance and the effects of

How would Rosa Parks be defined according to merton's Strain theory for her actions against social norms?

• Rosa Parks would be defined as an innovator in Merton's Strain Theory.
• Rosa Parks would be defined as a rebel in Merton's Strain Theory.
• Rosa Parks would be defined as a conformist in Merton's Strain Theory.
• Rosa Parks would be defined as a ritualist in Merton's Strain Theory.

Why would Rosa Parks be defined according to Merton's Strain theory for her actions against social norms?

• Her actions were solely based on personal gain.
• Her actions were a response to the strain between societal norms and her pursuit of equality.

• Rosa Parks followed societal norms to avoid conflict.
• She believed in maintaining the status quo for peace.

Would Rosa's action be considered as having a positive or negative effect on deviance?

• Positive

• negaitive

• indifferent

• neutral

Why would Rosa's action be considered as having this effect according to Durkiem?

The  Hunger game is an example of what type of deviance, positive or negative?

• Neutral
• Positive
• Indifferent
• Negative

Explain why  Hunger game is an example of this type deviance.

According to Merton's Strain Theory what are Katniss and Peeta?

• innovators

• Rebels

• Conformists
• Retreatists

Why are Katniss and Peeta considered this according to Merton?

Katniss and Peeta deviant act falls under which function according to Durkheim?

• Reinforcement of social norms
• promoting social change and clarifying norms

• Isolation function
• Economic stability function