AQA Sociology A2 - Merton Strain Theory

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The Sociology theory that Strain Theory belongs to
Functionalism
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The first Sociologist to develop Strain Theory - FIRST name only
Robert
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A type of factor that causes deviance beginning with S
Structural
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Adaptation where individuals accept legitimate means but don't aspire to goals
Ritualism
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Adaptation where individuals agree to legitimate means and goals
Conformity
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Example used by Merton to show what most Americans strain over (T__ A_____ D_____)
The American Dream
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Adaptation where individuals replace means and goals with their own
Rebellion
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Adaptation where individuals "drop out" of Society completely
Retreatism
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Adaptation where individuals replace legitimate means with illegitimate ones
Innovation
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Criticism of Merton: He assumes Value ______?
Consensus
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Criticism of Merton: He accounts for individuals but not delinquent S_______?
Subcultures
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Criticism of Merton: M_____s say he ignores power of ruling class
Marxists
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The first Sociologist to develop Strain Theory - FIRST name only

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Robert

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A type of factor that causes deviance beginning with S

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Adaptation where individuals accept legitimate means but don't aspire to goals

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Adaptation where individuals agree to legitimate means and goals

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