7.1 Basic Concepts

Question 1

Déviance

Answer 1

Modes of action that do not conform to the norms or values held by most members of a group or society

Déviance can be seen as a variable as behaviour that is accepted by one group may be regarded negatively by others

Déviance is not limited to individuals; it concerns the activities of groups as well as

Question 2

Déviant subculture

Answer 2

À subculture whose members hold values that differ substantially from those of the majority

Question 3

Sanction

Answer 3

À mode of reward or punishment that reinforces socially expected forms of behaviour

Question 4

Laws

Answer 4

Rules of behaviour established by a political authority and backed by state power (government entities involved)

Question 5

Crime

Answer 5

The result of any action that violates the laws established by a political authority