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According to the 'Broken Windows Theory', what does an unrepaired broken window signal?

  • That the community is vigilant about maintaining order
  • That no one cares and disorderly behavior goes unchecked (correct)
  • That the local government is investing in urban renewal
  • That the area is under strict police surveillance

What is the proposed impact of police officers keeping streets orderly according to Wilson and Kellings?

  • Increased opportunities for potential criminal behavior
  • A decline in the general sense of security
  • Rising standards and expectations
  • People will behave in a more orderly way (correct)

According to Rudy Giuliani, how can territorial concerns and social cohesion be strengthened?

  • Through increased opportunities for potential criminal behavior
  • By allowing disorderly behavior to go unchecked
  • Through the development of the identity and image of a community (correct)
  • By encouraging clear spatial definitions into different degrees

What did David Cameron promise to do as part of a new 'blitz' on poverty?

<p>Rebuild one hundred of the worst council estates in the country (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between rising standards and expectations according to the text?

<p>It is related to reduction in opportunities for potential criminal behavior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Broken Windows Theory

  • An unrepaired broken window signals that no one cares about the area and that disorder will be tolerated.

Impact of Police on Streets

  • According to Wilson and Kelling, police officers keeping streets orderly can prevent further disorder and crime.

Strengthening Territorial Concerns and Social Cohesion

  • Rudy Giuliani suggests that territorial concerns and social cohesion can be strengthened by reclaiming public spaces from criminal and disorderly behavior.

David Cameron's Promise

  • David Cameron promised to launch a new 'blitz' on poverty to tackle its root causes.

Rising Standards and Expectations

  • Rising standards and expectations can lead to increased dissatisfaction and frustration when they are not met.

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