Lombroso was arguing that violent criminals were evolutionary throwbacks or ______, and the problem of crime rested upon the shoulders of individuals who were born to be violent and criminal.

a. serotonin
b. offenders
c. atavisms
d. eugenics


c. atavisms

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The second step in solving an ethical dilemma using peacemaking and care approaches is to identify all the particular ______ involved.

What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Strain theory was developed by Robert Agnew. 2. According to Durkheim, anomie results from the discrepancy between the culturally approved goals of society and the legitimate means to reach those goals. 3. Members of retreatist gangs are typically individuals who failed at both crime and violence. 4. The “American Dream” implies that as long as people work hard and pay their dues, they will achieve their goals. 5. A person who is willing to sacrifice his/her status in the community and/or the respect of family and friends would be categorized as a ritualist per Merton’s adaptations.

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How much discretion does a jury have in interpreting evidence and establishing the facts of a case?

What will be an ideal response?

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The primary on-the-ground control mechanism is the ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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