In your opinion, what are the strongest arguments for social bonding theory? Provide an example of a school-based or community-based program that can be connected to the perspectives discussed in this chapter.

What will be an ideal response?


Control theorists assert that the role of the parent is paramount to the bonding of young people to the family. The aspects of social bond theory are clearly important in a child’s development and for diminishing a child’s propensity for delinquent involvement. The research discussed in this chapter provides an evidentiary basis for family-based programs targeting early childhood development being effective in preventing subsequent youth delinquency and adult criminality.

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Describe the relationship between theory and concepts using the major terms found in the text

What will be an ideal response?

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According to Prof. Malcolm Feeley, the pretrial process is not part of the adversarial justice process

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The exceptions to the fruits of the poisonous tree doctrine include independent source, __________________, and inevitable discovery

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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In the 1880 census, what percent of people in penitentiaries had sentences of over 1 year?

A. below 70% B. 70–80% C. 80–90% D. above 90%

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