Describe the social and intellectual background that gave rise to gender-based theories of crime and criminality

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: [key points to be made]
*Civil rights movement raised awareness of discrimination
*Advances in organization of groups to advocate for gender, race & disabilities
*Discussion over the ERA
*Labeling theory becomes more conflict oriented
*Women’s studies programs in academic settings & increase in gender research

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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