Sociology Deviance Quiz

Which sociological theory suggests that deviance is a result of social strain and the inability to achieve societal goals through legitimate means?

• Functionalism

• Conflict theory

• Symbolic interactionism

• Strain theory

What is the term used to describe behavior that violates social norms and is disapproved by a large number of people?

• antisocial behavior

• unconventional behavior

• deviant behavior

• abnormal behavior

What are the two main types of deviant behavior?

• normal behavior and abnormal behavior

• acceptable behavior and unacceptable behavior

• criminal behavior and delinquent behavior

• primary deviance and secondary deviance

What is the term used to describe the formal and informal mechanisms used to prevent deviant behavior in society?

• law enforcement

• criminal justice

• social control

• rehabilitation

According to labeling theory, what happens when an individual is labeled as deviant by society?

• The individual will become more conformist and obedient to societal norms.

• The individual may internalize the label and begin to act in accordance with it.

• The individual will become indifferent to societal norms and values.

• The individual will reject the label and strive to prove society wrong.

What is the term used to describe behavior that is considered a violation of the law?

• illegal behavior

• law-breaking behavior

• unlawful behavior

• criminal behavior

Which sociological theory suggests that deviance is a result of the conflict between different groups in society?

• Functionalism

• Symbolic interactionism

• Structuralism

• Conflict theory

What are the primary agents of social control?

• Sports teams, clubs, and organizations

• Friends, peers, and neighbors

• Entertainment industry, celebrities, and influencers

• Family, schools, government institutions, religious organizations, and the media.

According to labeling theory, what is the difference between primary and secondary deviance?

• Primary deviance is the initial act of deviance, while secondary deviance is the subsequent deviant behavior resulting from societal reaction.

• Primary deviance is the deviant behavior that is considered more serious, while secondary deviance is the deviant behavior that is considered less serious.

• Primary deviance is the deviant behavior that is accepted by society, while secondary deviance is the deviant behavior that is rejected by society.

• Primary deviance is the deviant behavior that occurs in childhood, while secondary deviance is the deviant behavior that occurs in adulthood.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals learn deviant behavior from those around them?

• peer pressure

• groupthink

• social learning

• conformity