Durkheim's View on Crime

False (B)

Durkheim implies that crime plays a role in maintaining social order and cohesion by reinforcing moral boundaries and promoting social change.

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<p>Deviance = Any behavior that violates social norms Pathological = Abnormal or diseased Normal = Characteristic of or conforming to a standard Criminality = The state of being a criminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a normal and necessary element for social change and evolution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The case of Socrates, who was condemned for his independent thought, but ultimately contributed to the advancement of humanity and his own society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Durkheim sees crime as a 'normal' element of society, playing a functional role in promoting social change and evolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crime = A necessary force for societal evolution and change. Collective Sentiments = The shared beliefs and values that guide a society. Socrates = An example of a criminal whose actions ultimately contributed to the betterment of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Because strong collective sentiments, which define crime, cannot exist without opposing sentiments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>The author argues that bad taste, while a violation of societal values, is tolerated more than robbery because the collective sentiment against it is weaker. However, as those values become stronger, acts like bad taste might be considered criminal and punished accordingly, showing how the line between morality and crime can evolve over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crime = Acts that offend strong collective sentiments and are deemed harmful to society. Collective Sentiments = Shared values and beliefs that guide a society's moral compass. Moral Evolution = The gradual change and development of societal values and norms over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crime is a necessary catalyst for the evolution of morality and law. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>The author argues that strong collective sentiments are essential for the maintenance of social order, but they must also be flexible to evolve. Crime, by challenging these sentiments, forces them to become more intense and thus more resilient to change. However, if these sentiments become too strong, they can stifle individual originality and impede progress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It serves as a deterrent to potential criminals, ensuring the safety of society. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>The author notes that acts of violence were more frequent in the past because respect for individual dignity was less strong. As this sentiment has grown stronger, such crimes have become rarer. However, even more acts that now violate this sentiment have become criminalized, highlighting the dynamic nature of morality and law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Analytical and objective (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Durkheim argues that crime is a normal part of society, helping to adapt and instigate changes.

Criminals serve a purpose by reflecting societal values and potentially guiding future morals.

Sociologists argue a society without crime cannot exist as crime is a natural part of social life.

Crime can unify society by prompting collective responses and reinforcing societal norms.

Criminals are viewed not as parasites but as integral components of social structure and dynamics.

A French sociologist who studied crime's role in society.

Durkheim argues crime is a normal part of all societies.

Crime contributes positively to the operation of social systems.

The sum of interactions and structures in a society.

Distinguishing between abnormal crime rates and the everyday presence of crime.

The existence or practice of criminal acts in a society.

Durkheim suggests crime is integral to healthy societies.

Abnormally high crime rates can indicate social issues.

Crime exists as a normal aspect of society; a crime-free society is impossible.

Strong shared feelings within a society that define morality.

As society evolves, definitions of crime change with stronger collective sentiments.

Laws protect collective sentiments, criminalizing acts that offend them.

For collective sentiments to strengthen, the entire community must feel them more strongly.

Stronger collective sentiments make individuals more sensitive to lesser offenses.

Definitions of morality and crime vary across different societies and cultures.

Morality must be adaptable; too strong sentiments hinder progress.

Crime is essential for the evolution of law and morality in society.

Collective moral authority must remain adjustable to enable criticism and change.

Laws evolve with societal changes, reflecting new moral understandings.

Deviant behaviors encourage discussions on morality and societal values.

The existence of criminals allows for the expression and recognition of societal norms.

Greater societal horror towards violence leads to lower instances of murder.

Even in ideal societies, minor faults will still exist; crime cannot be completely eradicated.