Theories of Social Decay
Description: This quiz covers various theories that attempt to explain the causes and consequences of social decay. It explores sociological perspectives on the decline of social institutions, values, and norms, as well as the impact of social decay on individuals and communities. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: sociology social theory theories of social decay social institutions social values social norms social decay |
Which theory emphasizes the role of anomie, or normlessness, in social decay?
According to Social Disorganization Theory, what is the primary cause of social decay?
Which theory focuses on the role of social control in preventing social decay?
According to Symbolic Interactionism, how do individuals contribute to social decay?
Which theory emphasizes the role of cultural conflict in social decay?
According to Social Learning Theory, how do individuals learn deviant behavior?
Which theory focuses on the role of labeling in social decay?
According to Differential Association Theory, what is the primary factor that influences criminal behavior?
Which theory emphasizes the role of social inequality in social decay?
According to Social Bond Theory, what is the primary factor that prevents deviant behavior?
Which theory emphasizes the role of rapid social change in social decay?
According to Social Learning Theory, what is the primary mechanism through which deviant behavior is transmitted?
Which theory focuses on the role of social institutions in preventing social decay?
According to Labeling Theory, how does labeling contribute to social decay?
Which theory emphasizes the role of cultural values and norms in social decay?