CSP UNIT 2

Question 1

Adapting thoughts and actions to fit societal norms.

Answer 1

Conformity

Question 2

Types of Conformity

Answer 2

Compliance, Identification, Internalization.

Question 3

Behavior, beliefs, or conditions that violate significant social norms.

Answer 3

Deviance

Question 4

follow norms.

Answer 4

Conformists

Question 5

break laws and are punished

Answer 5

Pure Deviants

Question 6

labeled deviant despite being innocent.

Answer 6

Falsely Accused Deviants

Question 7

break norms but avoid punishment

Answer 7

Secret Deviants

Question 8

No act is inherently criminal; society defines deviance based on reactions. Deviance clarifies moral boundaries.

Answer 8

Durkheim’s Theory of Deviance

Question 9

When people can’t achieve socially approved goals through legitimate means, they resort to deviant behavior (e.g., innovation, ritualism, retreatism, rebellion).

Answer 9

Merton’s Strain Theory

Question 10

People learn deviance through exposure to deviant acts in their environment.

Answer 10

Differential Association Theory

Question 11

People conform or deviate based on what enhances their self-worth.

Answer 11

Self-Esteem Theory

Question 12

Strong social bonds discourage deviance, while weak bonds increase it.

Answer 12

Control Theory

Question 13

Society’s labels influence whether a person sees themselves as deviant.

Answer 13

Labeling Theory

Question 14

Powerful groups define deviance to maintain control, often criminalizing the actions of weaker groups.

Answer 14

Conflict Theory

Question 15

Types of Crime

Answer 15

Felony – serious crimes
Misdemeanor – minor violations
Infraction – minor offenses

Question 16

homicide, assault, robbery

Answer 16

Crimes Against Persons

Question 17

burglary, arson

Answer 17

Crimes Against Property

Question 18

bigamy, incest

Answer 18

Crimes Against Chastity

Question 19

gambling, prostitution

Answer 19

Crimes Against Public Morals

Question 20

treason, rebellion

Answer 20

Crimes Against the State

Question 21

murder, rape

Answer 21

Felony

Question 22

petty theft

Answer 22

Misdemeanor

Question 23

traffic violations

Answer 23

Infraction

Question 24

The lifelong process through which individuals develop human potential and learn culture.

Answer 24

Socialization

Question 26

Some people are “born criminals” or that women are “naturally” emotional and men are “naturally” more rational

Answer 26

Nature and Nurture

Question 27

the process which enables the development of citizens to function effectively within a particular political system

Answer 27

Political socialization

Question 28

the process of accepting the social norms, attitudes, roles and values transmitted by people and social groups within society as one’s own (inadequate socialization)

Answer 28

Internalization

Question 29

Culture, language, social structures (class, ethnicity, gender).

Answer 29

Social Context

Question 30

Ideas, beliefs, and behaviors passed on.

Answer 30

Content & Process

Question 31

Outcomes such as self-identity.

Answer 31

Results

Question 32

Expected behavior tied to a status

Answer 32

Role

Question 33

When multiple roles clash.

Answer 33

Role Conflict

Question 34

When one role creates tension.

Answer 34

Role Strain

Question 35

Disengaging from a social role.

Answer 35

Role Exit

Question 36

Universal natural rights that apply to all humans, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, or sex.

Answer 36

Human Rights

Question 37

Characteristics of Human Rights

Answer 37

Absolute – Essential to human life. Universal – Apply to all people, everywhere. Indivisible – Must be fully enjoyed without exclusion. Inalienable/Fundamental – Cannot be taken away (except when they infringe on others’ rights).

Question 38

Personal freedoms (e.g., right to equality before the law, right to public trial).

Answer 38

Civil Rights

Question 39

Participation in governance (e.g., right to vote, freedom of expression).

Answer 39

Political Rights

Question 40

Access to resources for a livelihood (e.g., right to work, own property)

Answer 40

Economic Rights

Question 41

Ensures welfare and social security

Answer 41

Social Rights

Question 42

Protection of traditions and participation in cultural life.

Answer 42

Cultural Rights

Question 43

The right of every person to be valued, respected, and treated well. It is the foundation of human rights. Protecting human rights means safeguarding human dignity.

Answer 43

Human Dignity

Question 44

Impact of Denying Human Rights

Answer 44

Leads to social and political unrest, violence, and conflict. Human rights must be adequate to people’s needs. Awareness of human rights brings the responsibility to protect them.