Sociology Minor Crimes Overview
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What is the purpose of minor crimes according to the explanation provided?

  • They have no significance in society.
  • They can help prevent more serious crimes. (correct)
  • They break down social cohesion.
  • They always lead to increased criminal activities.

    • Which type describes individuals who reject societal goals while creating their own?

  • Retreatism
  • Rebellion (correct)
  • Conformity
  • Ritualism

    • What does the term 'Safety Valve' imply in the context of minor crimes?

  • Engaging in minor crimes can relieve pressure in society. (correct)
  • Minor crimes have no effect on societal structure.
  • Safety measures prevent all forms of crime.
  • All forms of deviance are harmful to society.

    • What criticism is made about the concept of Ritualism?

    <p>It overemphasizes the role of monetary success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main failures of the Rebellion type?

    <p>It does not explain why groups respond the way they do.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the thinkers mentioned (Davis/Polsky and Clinard/Cohen) relate to crime?

    <p>They highlight the role of deviance in societal structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the type known as Retreatism?

    <p>Disregarding societal goals and means altogether.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the explanation suggest about an increase in a certain type of crime?

    <p>It signals the need for societal change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the phenomenon created by society rather than being naturally occurring?

    <p>Social Construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is associated with the concept of Secondary Deviance?

    <p>Lemert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when someone internalizes a deviant label?

    <p>Self-Fulfilling Prophecy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept suggests that attempts to control deviance may lead to increased deviant behavior?

    <p>Amplification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of deviance is characterized by acts that are not known by society and thus do not carry a label?

    <p>Primary Deviance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Becker, what is the Relativity of Crime?

    <p>Crime depends on societal norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the labelling process have on an individual's behavior?

    <p>It encourages conformation to the label</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of a deviant act being publicly labelled?

    <p>Isolation from the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do official statistics primarily include?

    <p>Results of court cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which perspective views official statistics as reliable and valid?

    <p>Right Realism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a crime not be prosecuted in court?

    <p>A plea deal was reached</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Interactionism consider about crime statistics?

    <p>They reflect societal assumptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of crime is often not included in court records?

    <p>Victim's perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of middle-class criminals is often observed according to the content?

    <p>Less likely to be detected by law enforcement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data do Official Statistics provide?

    <p>Reported incidents of crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prison system composition include?

    <p>Demographic factors like age and ethnic makeup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social class is predominantly represented in prison populations?

    <p>Working class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory does Reiner apply to explain working class and white collar crime?

    <p>Strain Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the heightened likelihood of street crime occurring among the underclass?

    <p>Control Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are middle class offenders typically treated by the justice system compared to working class offenders?

    <p>Given warnings or leniency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Murray attribute to the majority of street crime?

    <p>The underclass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Control Theory, what factors make the underclass more likely to commit crimes?

    <p>Lack of impulse control and bonds to community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of crime is predominantly associated with the working class?

    <p>Street crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of white collar crime as compared to street crime?

    <p>It often involves financial or corporate misconduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ethnic minorities are how much more likely to be stopped and searched by the police?

    <p>3 times more likely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor contributing to higher stop and search statistics among ethnic minorities?

    <p>Densely populated areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After how many generations do many ethnic minorities typically move out of the zone of transition?

    <p>1 or 2 generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause for young people committing crimes regardless of their ethnicity, according to Hirschi?

    <p>Lack of social controls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant report led to changes in police policies regarding institutional racism?

    <p>The McPherson Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the phenomenon where police officers may reinforce stereotypes among themselves?

    <p>Canteen Culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a notable impact of the changes initiated since the McPherson Report?

    <p>Recruitment of more officers from ethnic minorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which explanation is more relevant to age differences in criminality rather than ethnicity?

    <p>Social control theories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Postman refer to when discussing crime reporting?

    <p>Infotainment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does crime reporting impact the portrayal of women?

    <p>Portrays them as victims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a news value that influences crime coverage?

    <p>Immediacy of the story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'Law of opposites' in crime reporting?

    <p>Media emphasizes violent crime over mundane issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the media serve as a social construction regarding crime?

    <p>By labeling certain behaviors as deviant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism do feminists have regarding crime reporting?

    <p>Under-reporting of domestic violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'dramatization' in crime reporting?

    <p>Emphasizing action and excitement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant issue regarding the reporting of minorities?

    <p>Stereotyping and oppression through crime narratives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    This quiz explores key concepts related to minor crimes in sociology, including their purpose and societal implications. It addresses various types of individual responses to societal norms, such as Ritualism and Rebellion. Test your understanding of these core ideas and their critiques within the framework of criminology.

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