Exam 8: Sociological Theories: Emphasis on Social Process

They learn these deviant norms and values from their delinquent _____ and immediate environments,and perhaps also from the mass media.

Denying injury occurs when adolescents say they are not responsible for the delinquent acts they intend to commit.

In explaining its low rate,several scholars emphasize the Japanese culture,in particular the value it places on _____.

Which of the following is not one of the principles of Sutherland's differential associations?

How do we utilize "neutralization" as a means of justifying criminal behavior?

Do you think that dropping out of school promotes of reduced delinquency?

Have you ever utilized neutralization techniques as a part of committing a criminal offense (e.g.,illegally downloaded music)?

Which of the following best describes Sutherland's differential association?

Differential association may vary in frequency,duration,priority,and intensity.

Which of the following is the dominant learning theory today?

Matza argued that delinquents are not constantly delinquent and instead _____ into and out of delinquency.

Even if offenders concede that they are about to harm someone or something,they may reason that their target deserves the harm.This is the neutralization technique of _____.

Social processes such as _____ affect our chances of becoming or not becoming criminal offenders.

Burgess and Akers argued that criminal behavior and attitudes are more likely to be _____ if they are reinforced,or rewarded,usually by friends,family,or both.

The _____ theory is similar to integrated strain-control theory,as it emphasizes that strong childhood bonds to parents reduce the risk for delinquency and weak bonds raise this risk,in particular by increasing associations with delinquent peers.

Family functioning refers to the nature of the interaction and relationships within the family.

Many scholars favor theoretical integration because they feel that neither a social process nor a structural approach can adequately explain crime by itself.

Techniques of and attitudes regarding criminal behavior are _____ within intimate personal groups.

Perhaps the most important criticism of differential association concerns _____.

Family interaction or _____ refers to the nature of the interaction and relationships within the family.