Exam 7: Deviance, crime, and Social Control

A label used to devalue members of certain social groups is referred to as

In Robert Merton's terms,people who overzealously and cruelly enforce bureaucratic regulations can be classified as

Which sociological perspective's approach explains why rule violation continues to exist in societies despite pressures to conform and obey,but fails to indicate how a given person comes to commit a deviant act or why on some occasions crimes do or do not occur?

The contemporary study of possible genetic roots of criminality is but one aspect of the larger debate over

Being late for class can be categorized as a(n)

Compliance with higher authorities in a hierarchical structure is referred to as conformity.

What is deviant in one culture may be celebrated in another.

Which perspective would look to the disproportionate economic and lobbying power wielded by groups such as the National Rifle Association in the debate over gun violence in U.S.society?

In Émile Durkheim's view,

"Deviance helps to define the limits of proper behavior." This statement represents the view of which sociological perspective?

The social constructionist perspective is most closely affiliated with which other sociological explanation of deviance?

According to Robert Merton,members of revolutionary political organizations such as the Irish Republican Army would typically be classified as

Which of the following is true of deviance?

Hate crimes are distinguished in large part by motivation.

Individuals who feel justified in shoplifting goods so that their family can eat are considered innovators in Robert Merton's terms.

Clyde is imprisoned for "tagging," or "visual terrorism." The arrest is an example of a(n)

In which of the following would anomie be felt to its greatest effect?

Describe the similarities in and differences between conformity and obedience,according to Stanley Milgram.Give examples to support both concepts.

Control theory reminds us that while the media may focus on crime and disorder,most members of most societies conform to and obey basic norms.

Discuss the relationship between cultural transmission and differential association in explaining deviance or criminal acts.Give an illustration of how a person would likely become criminal using the differential association process.