Exam 9: Sociological Theories: Critical Perspectives

Deviance is not a quality of the act a person commits; some people and behaviors are more likely than others to be labeled _____.

In a self-fulfilling prophecy,the social-psychological and practical consequences of official labeling thus lead to deviance amplification.

According to Marx,it is the _____ who work for the bourgeoisie.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four areas generally addressed in feminist criminology?

Instrumental Marxism considers the ruling class a large,unified group that uses the law to benefit all of society.

The proletariat class is sometimes called the ruling class.

Which of the following best represents peacemaking criminology?

Matching: Match the term or concept with the correct description.

Critical perspectives are often called social _____ theories.

John Braithwaite argues that:

_____ Marxism considers the ruling class a small,unified group that uses the law to dominate the poor and to advance its own interests.

Although restorative justice practices differ,they include such things as caning panels,in which victims utilize corporal punishment against the offender.

Traditional theories of deviance and crime adopt an absolutist definition of deviance as something real that is inherent in behavior.In contrast,labeling theory adopts a relativist definition.

Which of the following considers the ruling class a small,unified group that uses the law to dominate the poor and to advance its own interests?

Consensus theory says that social institutions serve the interests of the powerful in society and are dysfunctional for many other members of society.

Which of the following focuses on restoring the social bond between the offender and the community?

Labeling theory's focus is not on the initial act or two leading someone to be officially labeled.These acts are examples of _____.