Module 4: Green Criminology Definitions and Concepts
11 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is considered the third largest illegal business globally, according to Interpol?

  • Deforestation
  • Wild animal trafficking (correct)
  • Dumping in rivers and aquifers
  • Electronic waste mismanagement
  • What is the primary cause of deforestation in the world's largest rainforest, according to the text?

  • Wild animal trafficking
  • Indiscriminate logging (correct)
  • Finning
  • Electronic waste mismanagement
  • Approximately how many sharks are captured annually, with a significant portion having their fins cut off while alive, according to the information provided?

  • 100 million (correct)
  • 75 million
  • 70 million
  • 50 million
  • Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a form of environmental crime in the text?

    <p>Illegal mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated percentage of electronic waste that leaves the official circuit and is illegally exported to Africa, China, or India?

    <p>75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the impact of improper waste disposal is NOT true according to the text?

    <p>It can cause deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately represents the definition of green criminology provided by South (2014)?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of environmental crimes or green collar crimes?

    <p>Crimes motivated solely by personal gain or greed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately represents Lynch's (1990) perspective on green criminology?

    <p>Green criminology explores the manipulation of race, class, gender, and the environment by powerful groups to preserve their power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided in the text, which of the following statements is TRUE about green criminology?

    <p>Green criminology explores the causes, consequences, and prevalence of environmental crime and harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the definition of environmental crimes or green collar crimes?

    <p>Environmental crimes cover activities that breach environmental legislation and cause significant harm or risk to the environment or human health.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Sustainable Products and Green Marketing
    35 questions
    Green Criminology Overview
    19 questions
    Green Crimes and Climate Change Overview
    21 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser