Sociological Theories of Criminology Quiz

What do sociological theories of criminology believe about society's influence on individuals?

• Society has no influence on criminal behavior.

• Society influences a person to become a criminal.

• Society only influences positive behavior.

• Society influences only economic behavior.

According to sociological theory, what is assumed to be the primary cause of crime?

• Genetic factors

• Disadvantaged social class

• Climate change

• Technological advancement

What do Marxists believe about crime in a capitalist society?

• Crime is a result of genetic predisposition.

• Crime is inevitable and used by the ruling class for social control.

• Crime is a result of technological advancement.

• Crime is only committed by the working class.

What is the definition of Marxism according to the key terms?

• A theory that supports the capitalist class.

• The political and economic theories of Karl Marx, focusing on the exploitation of the working class.

• A theory that promotes technological advancement.

• A theory that supports genetic determinism.

What is capitalism as defined in the key terms?

• A system where the government controls all industries.

• A system where the means of production are controlled by a small minority for profit.

• A system where everyone has equal access to resources.

• A system where technology is the main focus.

What do Marxists argue about white-collar crimes?

• They are more serious than street crimes.

• They are committed by the less powerful.

• They are often ignored by society.

• They are heavily policed.

According to Marxists, how are different social classes policed?

• Equally, with no bias.

• Differently, with the working class heavily policed.

• More leniently for the working class.

• With a focus on street crimes.

What do Marxists believe about government statistics on crime?

• They are always accurate.

• They are fabricated to suit government purposes.

• They are focused on street crimes.

• They are ignored by the public.

What percentage of government statistics do Marxists believe are false and misleading?

• 25%

• 50%

• 42%

• 10%

According to Émile Durkheim, what role does crime play in society?

• Crime is purely negative and should be eradicated.

• Crime is functional and only becomes dysfunctional when its rate is high or low.

• Crime has no impact on social cohesion.

• Crime is a result of individual failures.