Crime and Deviance Definitions

A quiz for sociology revision. This quiz is relatively easy and are basically definitions and random questions. You better be ready!

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  • Created by: Mae
  • Created on: 28-03-13 09:44
What is Crime?
an illegal act which is punished by the law
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What is Deviance?
behaviour which goes against the norms and values of society
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What is Chivalry Thesis?
the view that the criminal justice system is more fair towards women
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RANDOM!!~~Where can Formal Social Control take place?
School
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What is Primary Socialisation?
Early childhood learning from family
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RANDOM!!~~Where is Crime more common?
In Urban Areas
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What are Offical Statistics?
Quantative data that the government collect for statistics about Crime
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Are you prepared for the Exam?
YES!
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What is Deviance?

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behaviour which goes against the norms and values of society

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What is Chivalry Thesis?

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RANDOM!!~~Where can Formal Social Control take place?

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What is Primary Socialisation?

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