
Theories of Crime Test
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11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do theories help us understand in criminology?
The causes of crime.
The history of crime.
The punishment for crime.
The location of crimes.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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)
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the biological category of theory focus on?
The body
The mind
Society
The environment
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the psychological category of theory focus on?
The mind
The body
Society
The law
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the sociological category of theory focus on?
Society
The body
The mind
The family
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
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