Exam 9: Social Structure Theories of Crime II

Shaw and McKay's findings rejected ______ because it is obvious that the culture is not what influences crime and delinquency but rather the criminogenic nature of the environment.

Explain the concept of social disorganization.Design an experiment to test the theory of social disorganization.What would you hope to find?

Shaw and McKay's longitudinal data showed that in terms of delinquency rates,it mattered which ethnic group lived in Zone II.

Despite the criticisms and weaknesses of the Chicago School perspective on criminology,this theory resulted in one of the largest programs to date attempting to reduce delinquency rates.

Distinguish between a culture and subculture.

Discuss Shaw and McKay's Theory of Social Disorganization.

Some critics of Shaw and McKay have stated that their original research did not actually measure their primary construct of ______.

Cultural/subcultural theories of crime assume that there are unique groups in society that socialize their children to believe that certain activities that violate conventional law are good and positive ways to behave.

Give an example of the focal concern of trouble.