Theories of Crime Test

In criminology, what is a theory?

• An explanation of why a behavior, like crime, occurs.

• A set of laws about crime.

• A punishment for criminal behavior.

• A list of famous criminals.

What do theories help us understand in criminology?

• The causes of crime.

• The history of crime.

• The punishment for crime.

• The location of crimes.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main categories of theories explored in criminology?

• Economic (Focus on wealth)

• Biological (Focus on the body)

• Psychological (Focus on the mind)

• Sociological (Focus on society)

What does the biological category of theory focus on?

• The body

• The mind

• Society

• The environment

What does the psychological category of theory focus on?

• The mind

• The body

• Society

• The law

What does the sociological category of theory focus on?

• Society

• The body

• The mind

• The family

What do biological theories suggest about the causes of criminal behavior?

• Criminal behavior is solely influenced by environmental factors.

• Biological factors inside a person's body can make them more prone to criminal behavior.

• Criminal behavior is always a result of poor education.

• Criminal behavior is only influenced by peer pressure.

Why are biological theories about criminal behavior often considered controversial?

• They always provide clear evidence of causation.

• They ignore the role of genetics.

• Correlation does not equal causation.

• They are widely accepted by all scientists.

What did the early theory of phrenology claim to reveal about a person?

• Their character and criminal tendencies

• Their intelligence and memory

• Their physical strength

• Their artistic abilities

Who developed the theory of phrenology in the late 1700s?

• Sigmund Freud

• Franz Joseph Gall

• Charles Darwin

• Ivan Pavlov