Vocab 1
term for a behavior that departs from societal or group norms
deviance
Which of the following is NOT one of the benefits of deviance for society?
a. it decreases suspicion and mistrust among members of a society
b. It promotes social change
c. it increases social unity
a. it decreases suspicion and mistrust among members of a society
This character is known for his iconic red shorts, white gloves, and big yellow shoes.
Mickey Mouse
According to Merton, this mode of adaptation involves accepting societal goals and the means to achieve them.
Conformity
This term describes the adherence to societal norms and expectations
conformity
Term for a label that is used to characterize an individual
stigma
Which of the following describes what is meant by differential association?
a. Crime is more likely to occur among individuals who have been treated differently
b. Crime is not transmitted culturally
c. People may become criminals through close association with criminals
c. People may become criminals through close association with criminals
This princess is known for her long golden hair and magical healing powers.
Rapunzel
According to Merton, this mode of adaptation involves accepting societal goals but rejecting the means to achieve them, leading to deviant behavior.
Innovation
This term refers to a penalty or reward for engaging in a particular behavior
Sanction
ways to encourage conformity to societies norms
social control
The tactic that uses intimidation to prevent crime is called _________
a. rehabilitation
b. recidivism
c. deterrence
c. deterrence
This Disney movie follows the adventures of a young deer growing up in the forest with his friends.
Bambi
According to Merton, this mode of adaptation involves rejecting both societal goals and the means to achieve them, often resulting in withdrawal from society.
Retreatism
This term refers to the tendency for individuals to full the expectations placed upon them
Self Fulfilling Prophecy
deviance that involves behavior that underconforms to accepted norms
negative deviance
___________ is a theory that states that people are defined by those in power as deviant
a. functionalism
b. conflict
c. symbolic interactionism
b. conflict
This song from "Frozen" became a global phenomenon and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Let it Go
According to Merton, this mode of adaptation involves rejecting societal goals but accepting the means to achieve them, leading to lack of effort
Ritualism
This term refers to the situation where an individuals deviant behavior becomes part of their identity
Secondary Deviance
a social condition in which norms are weak, conflicting, or absent
anomie
___________________ is a theory that states that deviance is learned in proportion to exposure to deviant acts
a. functionalism
b. conflict
c. symbolic interactionism
c. symbolic interactionism
This Disney villain is known for his iconic song "Poor Unfortunate Souls" and desire for power.
Ursela
According to Merton, this mode of adaptation involves rejecting societal goals and means while seeking to replace them with alternative goals and means.
Rebellion
This term refers to the initial acts of deviance that do not result in the individual being labeled as deviant
Primary Deviance