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The Sociology of Deviance
Contributed by: Hayward
  • 1. What is deviance?
A) Behavior that violates social norms
B) Behavior that is universally accepted
C) Conformity to social expectations
D) A legal term for criminal acts
  • 2. What is the term for punishment aimed at preventing criminal behavior?
A) Deterrence
B) Retribution
C) Rehabilitation
D) Socialization
  • 3. What sociologist introduced the concept of 'moral panic'?
A) Stanley Cohen
B) Michel Foucault
C) Erving Goffman
D) Howard Becker
  • 4. What is the main focus of the subcultural perspective on deviance?
A) Genetic predispositions
B) Broad societal norms
C) Individual psychological factors
D) Cultural values of deviant groups
  • 5. What is a deviant subculture?
A) A professional association
B) A group that strictly follows societal norms
C) A family unit
D) A group with values that differ from mainstream culture
  • 6. What role does stigma play in deviance?
A) It is only a personal issue
B) It is irrelevant to societal norms
C) It can lead to marginalization of individuals
D) It always encourages conformity
  • 7. What does the phrase 'broken windows theory' imply?
A) Crime occurs in affluent neighborhoods
B) Minor disorder leads to more serious crime
C) Social order derives from strict laws only
D) All forms of deviance are equal
  • 8. Which of the following is an informal social control?
A) Prison sentence
B) Law enforcement
C) Court sanctions
D) Gossip
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