10 Questions
What is the origin of the word 'Criminology'?
Derived from two Greek words by an anthropologist named Paul Topinard.
What best describes the nature of Criminology according to the text?
Dynamic - Changes as social conditions change.
Which statement accurately defines Criminology as presented in the text?
Criminology involves studying criminal behavior as a social phenomenon.
Why is Criminology considered a social science?
Because it is an academic discipline concerned with society and relationships among individuals.
What is the focus of Criminal Etiology in criminology?
Analyzing the causes of crime scientifically
According to Conflicts Views, who controls crime?
People who hold social power
Which view in criminology believes that crime reflects people's preferences and opinions in a legal jurisdiction?
Inter-actionist View
What is the main premise of the Classical Theory in criminology?
People have free will in making decisions
According to the Classical School, what is the main purpose of actions based on Utilitarianism?
Maximize pleasure and minimize pain
Which principle of the Classical School emphasizes that human beings have free will and make choices?
Principle of Rationality
Explore the fundamentals of criminology in this module focusing on the definition and scope of the field. Learn about the scientific approach to studying criminal behavior, laws, reactions towards crime, and more.
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