Exam 7: Deviance and Conformity

Gossip, ridicule, ostracism, and shame are methods of informal social control.

What sociological perspective views both deviance and conformity as integral components of the basic structure of society?

Primary deviance occurs when an individual violates a norm and is viewed as deviant but rejects the deviant label and maintains a conformist conception of herself or himself.

Based on the theories of Edwin Lemert, what is it called when an individual violates a norm and is viewed as deviant but rejects the deviant label and maintains a conformist conception of him or herself?

According to Hirschi's social bond theory, the four elements contributing to a strong social bond are ________ to parents, school, church and other social institutions aligned with conformity; a[n] ________ to conventional norms; a[n] ________ in conventional activities; and a[n] ________ in the validity of social norms.

Who was one of the first social scientist to conduct experiments that attempted to link television violence to aggressive behavior in children?

A scope of behavior considered acceptable and defined as acceptable is the ________.

Social learning theories contend that all behavior (including deviance) is learned through social interaction.

Which sociological theory used to explain deviance is best illustrated by the phrase "birds of a feather flock together"?

Based on the theories of Edwin Lemert, what is it called when an individual violates a norm and internalizes a deviant label and assumption of the deviant role?

What conclusion did Robert Hodge and David Tripp reach following their research on media violence and violent behavior among children?

Deterrence theory is an effective method of social control to curtail deviance, provided punishment for violation of norms is perceived as being ________, ________, and ________.

What does sociological research suggest as the major reason for banning gangsta rap that includes lyrics promoting suicide, racism, and murder?

Power theorists explain deviance in two very important ways based on one's access to power. Simply stated, these two ways are: (1)___________ ____ and (2)_________ ___.

In medieval England anyone over the age of six was required to witness beheadings, hangings, and other forms of public execution to discourage others from committing similar acts as the condemned. With this motive, such a requirement fulfilled which of the following goals?

The form of suicide Durkheim identified as occurring in "folk societies" and other closely bonded small groups was fatalistic suicide.

Guidelines that govern our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that are also fundamental to explaining deviance are called ________.