Deviance

Question 1

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

Question 2

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

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stigma

Question 3

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

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anomie

Question 4

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

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stigma

Question 5

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

Question 6

Give a brief description of strain theory.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Society places a high value on certain goals. However, not everyone can achieve these goals.Nonetheless, society expects them to meet these goals and society judges them according to how well they do.When they fail, individuals fall victim to anomie. They are left without sufficient guidelines for behavior, thus confusing both the individuals and society.

Question 7

People with power commit deviant acts to obtain economic rewards.

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F

Question 8

Anomie is the situation that arises when the norms of society are unclear or are no longer applicable.

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T

Question 9

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

Question 10

Explain the two types of deviance associated with labeling theory.

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Primary deviance: this is nonconformity that goes undetected by those in authority. Secondary deviance: this results in the individual being labeled as deviant and accepting the label as true.

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