Match the terms in Column 1 with the best definition in Column 2

1. Mechanical solidarity
a. Performing same work tasks in uncomplicated society with group oriented goals
2. Ritualism
b. Title of Durkheim’s book on anomie
3. Suicide
c. Blockage of adolescent goals and inability to avoid stress leads to deviance
4. General Strain Theory
d. Failure of schools, churches and law to regulate control over individuals
5. Institutional Strain Theory
e. Performing tasks by rote without commitment or striving for goals
6. Organic Solidarity
f. Individual interests promoted under division of labor


1. *a
2. *e
3.*b
4. *c
5. *d
6. *f

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