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According to the text, what is the Classical School's view on crime causation?
According to the text, what is the Classical School's view on crime causation?
- Crime is a product of free will, hedonism, rationality, and utilitarianism (correct)
- Crime is caused by evil spirits possessing criminals
- Crime is caused by the lack of happiness
- Crime is caused by the absence of sound judgment and logic
Who is considered the father of classical criminology?
Who is considered the father of classical criminology?
- Jeremy Bentham
- Plato
- Cesare Beccaria (correct)
- Socrates
Who developed the concept of utilitarianism?
Who developed the concept of utilitarianism?
- Plato
- Cesare Beccaria
- Socrates
- Jeremy Bentham (correct)
What does the term 'hedonism' refer to?
What does the term 'hedonism' refer to?
According to the text, Demonology Theory is grounded on the belief that criminals are possessed by ______ spirits which compel them to commit crimes.
According to the text, Demonology Theory is grounded on the belief that criminals are possessed by ______ spirits which compel them to commit crimes.
According to the text, what is the meaning of the word 'theory'?
According to the text, what is the meaning of the word 'theory'?
According to the text, Utilitarianism means the greatest ______.
According to the text, Utilitarianism means the greatest ______.
According to the text, Jeremy Bentham is the founder of ______.
According to the text, Jeremy Bentham is the founder of ______.
According to the text, Cesare Beccaria is considered the ______ of classical criminology.
According to the text, Cesare Beccaria is considered the ______ of classical criminology.
According to the text, the Classical School views crime as a product of ______.
According to the text, the Classical School views crime as a product of ______.
Study Notes
Classical School of Criminology
- The Classical School views crime as a product of free will and rational choice.
Key Figures in Classical Criminology
- Cesare Beccaria is considered the father of classical criminology.
- Jeremy Bentham is the founder of utilitarianism.
Utilitarianism
- Utilitarianism is a concept developed by Jeremy Bentham, which means the greatest happiness for the greatest number.
- Hedonism is referred to as the pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain.
Demonology Theory
- Demonology Theory is grounded on the belief that criminals are possessed by evil spirits which compel them to commit crimes.
Theory and Concepts
- A theory is a systematic and structured set of concepts, definitions, and propositions.
- Classical criminology is focused on the concept of free will and rational choice.
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Test your knowledge on the Theories of Crime Causation with this informative quiz. Explore different concepts like the Demonology Theory and its belief in evil spirits influencing criminal behavior. Challenge yourself and gain a deeper understanding of the causes behind criminal actions.
