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What is a key concept in the "Crime and Social Reaction" approach to understanding deviance?

Deviance is inherently defined and unchanging across cultures.

Deviance is a product of social processes and interpretations. (correct)

Deviance always represents a violation of the law.

Social constructs are irrelevant to the definition of deviance.

According to the "Crime and Social Reaction" perspective, what is the significance of the fact that being poor was once considered a crime?

It demonstrates the inherent nature of deviance.

It proves that poverty directly leads to criminal behavior.

It highlights how social norms and definitions of deviance can evolve. (correct)

It supports the idea that crime is an objective, universal phenomenon.

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of critical criminology?

Emphasis on the inherent nature of crime as a reflection of human nature. (correct)

Examination of social inequalities and their impact on crime.

Focus on the role of power in shaping the legal system.

Analysis of how the law serves the interests of certain groups.

How does the "Crime and Social Reaction" approach challenge a purely legalistic understanding of deviance?

By acknowledging that not all deviant behavior is against the law. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these examples BEST illustrates the concept of moral regulation?

Social disapproval of littering in a park. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements BEST reflects the concept of "conflict crimes"?

Crimes that are subject to ongoing debate and disagreement about their legitimacy. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why might a critical criminologist be interested in studying the laws surrounding private property?

To analyze how the law protects the interests of the wealthy. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Potlatch ceremony, criminalized by the Canadian government, provides an example of:

How cultural practices are often misrepresented and condemned as deviant. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role do moral entrepreneurs play in society regarding deviance?

They create rules that define deviant behavior. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does media portrayal influence public perception of crime?

It can create a belief that crime is escalating. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a consequence of media coverage on crime?

It can contribute to the occurrence of certain crimes. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of a moral panic?

The media highlights and sensationalizes a perceived problem. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the 'momo' become a moral panic in society?

It arose from an increase in online activities among children. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What societal shift contributed to the satanic panic of the 1980s and 90s?

Changed work patterns leading women to seek daycare. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of fear did the satanic panic manifest regarding daycare centers?

Fear concerning the welfare and safety of children. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor was NOT mentioned as contributing to societal moral panics?

Increased community forums about safety. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Criminal Justice in Canada

Indigenous practices like the potlatch were criminalized by the Canadian government, connected to capitalism, Christianity, and assimilation
Crime and social reaction is a sociological approach studying how deviance is constructed, and who decides what is considered deviant.
Deviance is not inherent in acts themselves but socially constructed through processes and perceptions.
Deviance can be contextual and vary across time and location; for example, poverty or homosexuality were once considered crimes.
Social control methods respond to perceived deviance, and often societal disapproval is more effective than formal punishment.
Various kinds of actions (crimes) can have different levels of consensus surrounding them.
Some behaviours are deviant but not criminal (e.g., jaywalking) and some crimes aren't necessarily considered deviant (e.g., certain conflict crimes).
Individuals (moral entrepreneurs) can play a significant role in shaping the perception of deviance and influencing moral norms.

Media Portrayals of Crime

Media is a significant source shaping public perception on crime and deviance.
People's opinions about crime often stem from media portrayals.
Media depictions contribute to moral panics around particular groups.
Media attention influences public perceptions, sometimes creating or exaggerating problems or events.

Moral Panics

Problems are often identified through the media.
Police attention draws public attention to the issue.
Media plays a critical role in shaping and amplifying moral panics.
Media may lead to misrepresentations or misinterpretations of events, in turn influencing public perception.
Examples of moral panics include the Momo challenge and satanic panic.
underlying shifts in social norms or trends can trigger fears, and media attention exacerbates these anxieties, often about children, youth, specific groups, or new technologies.

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Explore the complexities of criminal justice in Canada, focusing on the sociological aspects of deviance, social control, and historical context. This quiz will challenge your understanding of how societal norms shape perceptions of crime and deviance across different cultures and periods.