Strain Theory of Deviance
Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the Strain Theory of Deviance. The theory, developed by Robert K. Merton, explains how social and economic factors can lead to deviant behavior. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: sociology deviance crime strain theory |
According to the Strain Theory of Deviance, what is the primary cause of deviant behavior?
What are the five types of adaptation to strain identified by Merton?
Which type of adaptation to strain involves accepting the goals but rejecting the means to achieve them?
Which type of adaptation to strain involves rejecting both the goals and the means to achieve them?
Which type of adaptation to strain involves rejecting both the goals and the means to achieve them and substituting new goals and means?
According to Merton, what is the relationship between social inequality and deviant behavior?
What is anomie?
What is differential opportunity theory?
Who is the primary theorist associated with the Strain Theory of Deviance?
In the Strain Theory of Deviance, what is the term used to describe the gap between an individual's goals and the legitimate means to achieve them?
Which of the following is NOT a type of adaptation to strain identified by Merton?
According to Merton, what is the primary function of deviance in society?
Which of the following is NOT a criticism of the Strain Theory of Deviance?
What is the main difference between the Strain Theory of Deviance and the Differential Opportunity Theory?
How has the Strain Theory of Deviance been used to explain crime and delinquency?