Anomie theory was originally proposed in the 1930s by which theorist?
a. Sutherland
b. McKay
c. Lemert
d. Merton
d
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According to control theory, when are inner controls most effective in deterring deviant behavior?
A) When we fear punishment from authorities such as parents or the court system. B) In the presence of strong attachments, commitments, and involvement with other members of society. C) When they are applied to members of the middle or upper classes. D) In situations where there is a strong police presence.
Primary groups are characterized by intimate, warm, cooperative, and face to face relationships
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of sex separation in the classroom?
A) Working in same-sex groups becomes more comfortable than mixed-sex groups, which can be problematic later in life for both men and women. B) It prevents children from working cooperatively and denies them valuable opportunities to learn from the opposite sex. C) Children of both sexes concentrate more fully on the tasks in front of them and less on things such as appearance or excellence in sports. D) It reinforces gender stereotypes.
What generation has the lowest rate of marriage between the ages of 18 and 32?
a. The Silent Generation b. Baby Boomers c. Generation X d. Millennials