Theories of Crime Test

Theories of Crime Test

11th Grade

61 Qs

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Theories of Crime Test

Theories of Crime Test

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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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