Moral Panics and Representation

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What is the main focus of the objectives mentioned in the text?

Analyzing the impacts of stereotypes on individuals

Exploring criminal behavior in society

Deciphering a complex empirical case study

Discussing the power of representation through discursive frames (correct)

According to Gabor in the text, what does claiming individuals are criminals or non-criminals suggest?

Behavior is determined by societal views and perceptions

Behavior is solely shaped by later developmental and environmental factors

Behavior is largely influenced by educational background

Behavior is heavily influenced by heredity and early life experiences (correct)

What is the significance of a discursive frame, as discussed in the text?

It aims to mislead the public about criminal behavior

It represents physical characteristics of individuals accurately

It creates meaning through words, symbols, and ideas (correct)

It promotes stereotypes in society

In the context of St. John’s Basketball, what does Joe Gallico's quote suggest about the appeal of the game to Hebrew individuals?

It values alertness, quick thinking, and craftiness (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do dominant groups utilize representations of criminals according to the text?

To facilitate conformity to their visions of society (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to critical criminologists, how do dominant representations change?

They are challenged by those with power (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the mascot 'Redmen' signify for St. John's, based on the information provided?

'Redmen' signifies Native American heritage (D) Signup and view all the answers

How was Bernhard Goetz portrayed in news coverage?

As a victim/hero (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the perception of racialized males in the context of moral panic?

As super-predators (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why did some discuss access to education and housing in relation to the case of Bernhard Goetz?

To address crime effectively (B) Signup and view all the answers

In what way was George Zimmerman's news coverage different from Bernhard Goetz's coverage?

Goetz was divided by who deserved justice (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did critical criminologists argue about the meaning of representations?

'Meanings are contested by those who lack power' (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do stereotypes assign to a social identity or group?

Certain attributes (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a simulated jury experiment mentioned in the text, what do jury members tend to link with guilt?

Physical appearance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What influences the sentences imposed by courts, according to the text?

Race, gender, class, and sexuality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is considered largely irrelevant for the official version of law in terms of representation?

Stereotypes (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Paul Secord & Carl Backman, what do stereotypes assign to a group or social identity?

Certain attributes (C) Signup and view all the answers

Moral Panics and Representation - Feb 5, 2024

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