Social Control Theory of Deviance
Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the Social Control Theory of Deviance, a prominent theory in sociology that explains why individuals engage in deviant behavior. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: sociology of deviance social control theory deviant behavior |
According to the Social Control Theory, what is the primary factor that prevents individuals from engaging in deviant behavior?
Which of the following is NOT a type of social bond identified by Travis Hirschi in his Social Control Theory?
According to the Social Control Theory, what happens when social bonds are weak or broken?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that can weaken social bonds, according to the Social Control Theory?
The Social Control Theory is most closely associated with which sociological perspective?
Which of the following is NOT a criticism of the Social Control Theory?
Which sociologist is credited with developing the Social Control Theory?
The Social Control Theory has been used to explain a wide range of deviant behaviors, including:
According to the Social Control Theory, what is the primary function of punishment?
Which of the following is NOT a type of punishment discussed in the Social Control Theory?
The Social Control Theory has been criticized for:
Which of the following is NOT a key assumption of the Social Control Theory?
The Social Control Theory has been influential in the development of:
Which of the following is NOT a limitation of the Social Control Theory?
The Social Control Theory has been used to explain deviant behavior in a variety of contexts, including: