Formal and Informal Sanctions Quiz

What is social control in the context of regulating human behavior?

How does social control relate to deviance?

What is the purpose of social control?

Why is social control considered a process rather than an institution?

In what ways do institutions contribute to social control?

What is the main factor that determines whether an action is considered deviant?

What type of effort is usually made to change the behavior of a deviant individual?

What determines the level of disfavor attached to someone's deviant behavior?

What is necessary for an action to be labeled as deviant?

Deviance is:

Who were mentioned as examples of individuals who were initially disapproved of but later increasingly approved of due to challenging oppressive systems?

How does sociology view deviance?

What defines whether a behavior is considered deviant in society?

Deviance can serve a useful purpose when:

How does the text describe deviance in relation to rules?

What is the primary purpose of sidewalks, as described in the text?

What is the metaphorical significance of the 'stay in your lane' caution sign on the highway?

In what ways can social control be exerted, according to the text?

How did Ukrainians perceive social control after communism fell, as described in the text?

What was the role of KGB agents in the lives of Ukrainians during the communist era?

How did one in every five people being a KGB agent impact the lives of Ukrainians, as mentioned in the text?

Why do people often follow social rules even when there is no enforcement present?

What does violating social norms imply, according to the text?

How does social control persist even after the fall of oppressive regimes?

What is a common way to achieve social control according to the text?

In the context of social control, what would be an example of a negative sanction?

Which term refers to keeping societal values and norms in our minds and making them our own?

What is an example of a positive sanction as mentioned in the text?

How are societal norms and values typically internalized according to the text?

What is the primary purpose of using positive and negative sanctions in achieving social control?

How do positive sanctions differ from negative sanctions in social control?

How does structural functionalism perceive the internalization of societal values and norms?

What is an example of deviance mentioned in the text?

How does deviance sometimes act as a safety valve in the workplace, according to the text?

How does deviance clarify rules, as mentioned in the text?

In the context of the text, how does deviating from a curfew set by parents help clarify boundaries?

Why might some people in a workplace agree to engage in minor deviant acts like taking longer coffee breaks?

What role does deviance play in keeping things moving efficiently, as described in the text?

What is the primary purpose of formal sanctions?

Which of the following is an example of a formal positive sanction?

What characterizes informal sanctions?

What is the purpose of satire as a formal negative sanction?

What is the main difference between formal and informal sanctions?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a formal negative sanction mentioned in the text?

What is an example of a formal and negative sanction?

Which of the following is an example of an informal positive sanction?

In the context of social control, what would be considered an informal and negative sanction?

What might be an example of a combined formal and informal sanction?

What function of deviance is highlighted when discussing cutting red tape in procedures?

Which informal negative sanction is typically associated with leaving someone out?

What is an example of an informal positive sanction mentioned in the text?

What is an informal positive sanction that can happen spontaneously in a work environment?

Which action is considered both a formal and negative sanction?

What is one way in which deviance can lead to greater social cohesion within a group?

How can a group of coworkers exhibit solidarity when one member defies authority in a way the group appreciates?

What role does collective action play in addressing deviant behavior within a group?

How can supporting a coworker who engages in a deviant act that benefits the group influence group dynamics?

According to the conflict theory, how is deviance defined?

In the context of deviance, why might a group breaking minor laws in different neighborhoods receive different labels?

How does the medicalization of deviance impact the perception of certain behaviors?

What does it mean to 'master status' a person according to the text?

How does medicalization affect the response to deviant behavior?

What differentiates the labeling of lower-class shoplifters from upper-class kleptomaniacs?

Why might society give different labels to individuals exhibiting similar deviant behaviors based on their socioeconomic status?

What is the primary consequence of master statusing a person according to the text?

How does the selective application of norms and labels contribute to societal perceptions of deviance?

In what way does society's response to deviant behavior differ between individuals labeled as derelicts versus those labeled with medical conditions?

Why does the speaker mention the scenario of labeling someone with a personality disorder to dismiss their ideas?

What does the humorous scenario about 'intermittent explosive disorder' versus 'road rage' aim to highlight?

What concept does the speaker introduce when discussing the selective enforcement of the law towards marginalized groups?

How does the speaker critique the selective enforcement of law towards certain groups in society?

Why do social bonds play a significant role in conformity according to the text?

What is the central question of sociology regarding human behavior?

What is highlighted by the speaker's discussion about the vast cafeteria of temptations and societal behavior?

How do investments influence an individual's likelihood of deviating from social norms?

'Why don't they do it?' perspective discussed in the text is mainly concerned with __________.

How does the text explain the decrease in deviance with age?

What does the text suggest about individuals who are highly involved and busy in various aspects of life?

'Rules about the rules' perspective mentioned in the text refers to __________.

Why might individuals with few social bonds be more inclined towards deviant behavior?

How do social investments contribute to maintaining conformity within society?

What role do social bonds play in the context of social control according to the text?

In the context of conformity, how do attachments influence an individual's decision-making process?

Why might criticizing a deviant act actually reinforce conformity from a functionalist perspective?

In the conflict perspective on deviance, what concern is highlighted regarding social control?

What function does deviance serve in alerting society to potential flaws in the system?

In the context of conflict theory, why might certain actions be labeled as deviant while others are not, despite both involving financial consequences?

How might conflict theory explain the differential treatment of personal bankruptcy versus theft of personal property?

'Justice without strength is helpless. Strength without justice is tyrannical.' According to conflict theory, what can happen when strength overrides justice?

'Justice without strength is helpless. Strength without justice is tyrannical.' In the context of conflict theory, how might this quote reflect societal power dynamics?

How are crime rates typically measured?

Why might crime rates be considered notoriously inaccurate?

What is the primary reason why people might avoid deviant behavior despite personal desires?

How does the text suggest crime rates can be misleading?

What factor contributes significantly to the inaccuracies of crime rates, as explained in the text?

Why does the text emphasize the importance of understanding the funnel process in crime measurement?

What does the funnel process in crime measurement help explain?

What type of crime involves activities conducted by members within a hierarchically arranged group devoted to making money illegally?

Which category of crime includes offenses motivated by hate based on factors like race, religion, sexual orientation, or political views?

Which type of offense falls under street crime and involves intent to gain property without force or threat of force?

What term is used to describe offenses like robbery or theft that aim to gain property without using force or threat?

What term is used to describe crimes committed by individuals of high social standing in their professional roles?

In the context of the text, what is a common characteristic of white collar crimes?

Which term refers to crimes involving digital devices as either targets or means of criminal activity?

What makes the detection and apprehension of corporate crimes particularly challenging compared to street crimes?

What term is commonly used to describe violations of the law that lead to financial gain through illegal practices within organized structures?

Why might white collar crimes be less visually striking than street crimes, despite potentially causing significant harm?

In the context of the text, what is an example of political corruption?

How does the text exemplify the issue of regulating those in power?

How does the text portray the criminal behavior of Hamas and the State of Israel?

What is the primary rationale for punishment in criminal justice systems according to the text?

In the Canadian justice system, what percentage of the adult male prison population is indigenous despite making up only 4% of the total population?

What did Nancy MacDonald's research suggest about Canada's prisons in relation to residential schools?

Which rationale for punishment involves a more rehabilitative approach in criminal justice systems?

What societal issue is highlighted by the overrepresentation of indigenous people in Canadian prisons?

In restorative justice, which question is typically asked when responding to harm done?

What distinguishes restorative justice from a punitive justice system in handling crime?

What is a key aspect of the restorative justice process regarding the offender's responsibility?

When considering needs in a restorative justice approach, whose needs are typically prioritized?

What plays a central role in facilitating a restorative justice process between the victim and the perpetrator?

In restorative justice, whose perspectives and voices are crucial in addressing the harm caused by criminal acts?

What do deterrence and rehabilitation both aim to achieve within the criminal justice system?

In the context of incapacitation, what is the primary goal of rendering an offender incapable of further offense?

Which concept in the criminal justice system is aimed at discouraging criminal behavior by making an example of an offender?

What is a key difference between incapacitation and rehabilitation in the context of punishment?

What is one significant limitation highlighted in the text regarding the effectiveness of deterrence as a rationale for punishment in justice systems?

How does rehabilitation differ from incapacitation as a rationale for punishment?

What is the primary purpose of deterrence in the criminal justice system?