Classical
Biological
Psychological
Sociological
Miscellaneous!
100
Would a utilitarian pull the lever in the trolley problem?
Yes - pulling the lever kills one person to save five, providing the greatest possible pleasure.
100
What is one positive outcome of biological positivism?
Popularised use of the scientific method, acknowledged people are not always in control of their actions, etc.
100
Which Austrian neurologist is known for founding the practice of psychoanalysis?
Sigmund Freud
100
Define "selective law enforcement."
Laws being made and applied unequally to poor people, or rich people getting away with committing crimes.
100
Which famous serial killer was born in Fraserburgh?
Dennis Nilsen
200
Which of these pictures shows Cesare Beccaria?
200
What is the name of the pseudoscientific skull-measuring practice created by Franz Josef Gall?
Phrenology
200
Define "affectionless psychopathy."
Not being able to feel regret, remorse, guilt, or form close emotional connections with others.
200
What two classes did Marx believe society consists of?
Proletariat and Bourgeoisie
200
What name is Ted Kaczynski better known by?
The Unabomber
300
What was the name of the circular prison designed by Jeremy Bentham?
The Panopticon
300
Which theorist claimed that left-handedness was associated with criminality?
For half the points, make this a multiple choice question.
Cesare Lombroso
300
Which part of the mind did Freud believe was responsible for conscience and morals?
For half the points, make this a multiple choice question.
The superego
300
Give an example of a moral panic.
Dungeons and dragons, the war on drugs, satanic panic, etc.
300
Which serial killer was also called the Whitechapel Murderer?
Jack the Ripper
400
According to Cesare Beccaria, punishments need to be certain, swift, and...?
Severe
400
What is the name of the gene associated with increased impulsivity which has been used as a defence to claim reduced responsibility in Italian and American courts?
MAOA gene
400
Which two characteristics did Eysenck associate with criminality?
For half the points, make this a multiple choice question.
Extraversion and neuroticism
400
In Strain Theory, what is seen as the only non-deviant response to strain?
For half the points, make this a multiple choice question.
Conformist
400
How old were Robert Thomson and Jon Venables at the time of the James Bulger murder?
10
500
Which philosopher requested that his body be preserved after he died and put on display at UCL?
Jeremy Bentham
500
William Sheldon categorised people into three physical types. Which one did he claim was more likely to be criminals?
For half the points, make this a multiple choice question.
Mesomorphs
500
Which psychologist carried out the Bobo Doll Experiment?
Albert Bandura
500
How can crime lead to social integration, according to functionalists?
People come together after a crime to commiserate, help lead searches, hold vigils, etc.
500
What year did Charles Manson's cult carry out the Tate-LaBianca murders?
1969
600
Define "deterrence" as an approach to crime.
Punishments exist to prevent people from committing crimes.
600
Name one symptom associated with XYY syndrome.
Taller than average height, acne, learning difficulties/developmental delays, increased aggression.
600
What did Bowlby claim was the "critical period" when psychological damage could easily be done?
The first 2.5 years of life.
600
Sociologist Howard Becker is associated with which theory?
Labelling theory/Interactionism
600
What country had the highest number of homicides in 2022?
Mexico
700
Name Cesare Beccaria's most famous written work.
"On Crimes and Punishments."
700
Define "atavistic features."
Physical features that show someone is less evolved, according to Cesare Lombroso.
700
Name three ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences).
Physical abuse, sexual abuse, verbal abuse, emotional neglect, physical neglect, parental drug abuse, parental mental health issues, witnessing domestic violence, parents in prison, or parental divorce/separation.
700
Define Durkheim's concept of "anomie."
The state of lawlessness caused by a breakdown of social order.
700
Who killed John F. Kennedy?
Double points if you can tell me who killed the killer.
Lee Harvey Oswald - Jack Ruby