Question 1

Which of the following is considered an informal rule in Canadian society?

Accepted Answer

"Don't talk with your mouth full" is considered an informal rule in Canadian society. It is a social norm or etiquette that is generally followed but is not enforced by law. A, C, and D are formal rules that are legally enforced.

Question 2

According to "Box 1.1: Crime and the Media," what is the research consensus with regard to children who are exposed to a great deal of television violence?

Accepted Answer

The research consensus is that while results are mixed, there is some suggestion that exposure to media violence may predispose children to be more violent. The other choices (A, B, D) are inaccurate or extreme.

Question 3

According to "Box 1.1: Crime and the Media," what is often overlooked or left out of media reports of crime?

Accepted Answer

The text states that broader social issues such as class and ethnicity are often overlooked or left out of media reports of crime.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes criminologists?

Accepted Answer

Criminologists are primarily academics who study crime and the criminal justice system from a variety of perspectives, including sociological, psychological, and legal perspectives. They analyze data, conduct research, and develop theories to understand the causes of crime and strategies for prevention and intervention. Front-line workers who detect and apprehend criminals are typically law enforcement officers, while investigators who determine the causes of crimes in their communities may work in various capacities in the criminal justice system. Scientists who study changes in types of crime over time may be criminologists or other social scientists who specialize in areas such as criminology, sociology, or psychology.

Question 5

According to Edwin Sutherland and Donald Cressey,which of the following best describes criminology?

Accepted Answer

According to Sutherland and Cressey, criminology regards crime as a social phenomenon, meaning that it seeks to understand the social, economic, and cultural factors that contribute to the prevalence of crime in society.

Question 6

To understand crime we must know the different characteristics of people who commit crimes and study the differences in crime found in the city versus a town.What aspect of criminology does this analysis fall under?

Accepted Answer

This analysis falls under the social distribution of crime, as it involves studying the differences in crime rates and characteristics between different social settings, such as cities and towns.

Question 7

When criminologists ask such questions as: "Who are the offenders?","Who are the victims?",and "Under what social circumstances are offences most likely to occur?",what are they attempting to Bloom's Analyze?

Accepted Answer

Criminologists asking questions about the offenders, victims, and social circumstances are attempting to analyze the patterns of criminal behavior. They are looking at the data to find connections between these factors and the occurrence of criminal behavior.

Question 8

Robert and Danny Sand,the brothers from Alberta,led undisciplined criminal lives,as described at the beginning ofChapter 1.To which of the following can we largely attribute their criminal behaviour?

Accepted Answer

Their criminal behavior can largely be attributed to sociological explanations such as early socialization, which suggests that their environment and upbringing played a significant role in shaping their actions.

Question 9

What is the term for the established rules of behaviour or standards of conduct in a given society?

Accepted Answer

Norms are the established rules of behavior or standards of conduct in a given society. Beliefs refer to a person's convictions or opinions about something. Conventions refer to accepted practices or customs in a given community or group. Values refer to a person's moral principles or beliefs.

Question 10

The cases of Robert and Danny Sand,the brothers from Alberta,and Aaron Driver,the "would-be bomber" near London,Ontario,highlight which aspect of criminology?

Accepted Answer

The cases of Robert and Danny Sand and Aaron Driver highlight the fact that there are many different theoretical explanations for homicide, including religious extremism, mental illness, and personal grievances. These cases cannot be easily explained by a single factor such as weak penalties or race, and require a nuanced understanding of the various factors that contribute to criminal behavior.

Question 11

In Canadian society,having children use a fork when eating (instead of using one's fingers)is an example of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Using a fork instead of fingers is considered an informal rule (folkway) in Canadian society, meaning it is a customary behavior that is expected but not necessarily enforced by formal rules or laws.

Question 12

Which of the following aspects of the criminology discipline would include prisons?

Accepted Answer

The aspect of criminology that deals with societal reactions to crime includes the study of punishment and the criminal justice system, which includes prisons.

Question 13

According to "Box 1.1: Crime and the Media," what is the news media's informal rule for covering crime?

Accepted Answer

The news media's informal rule for covering crime is "If it bleeds, it leads."

Question 14

Which of the following types of crime are overrepresented in media coverage compared to their incidence in real life?

Accepted Answer

Violent crime is overrepresented in media coverage compared to its incidence in real life. This is because violent crime is often sensationalized and elicits strong emotional reactions from audiences, making it more likely to attract viewers and readers. Other types of crime, such as white-collar crime and political crime, may be underrepresented in media coverage even though they have serious consequences and affect a large number of people.

Question 15

Which of the following is indicated in the textbook as an important reason for us to know more about crime?

Accepted Answer

The textbook states that learning about crime is important because it is a significant aspect of social behaviour and therefore worthwhile to understand. The other options are not explicitly mentioned as reasons for knowing more about crime in the textbook.

Question 16

According to "Box 1.1: Crime and the Media," what is meant by the term "cultural scripts" in relation to rampage shooters?

Accepted Answer

Cultural scripts refer to the patterns or templates for behavior and action that individuals in society may follow, which in the context of rampage shooters, includes planning their crimes based on how previous incidents have been portrayed or detailed in the media.

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of informal social control?

Accepted Answer

Informal social control refers to the ways in which society regulates individual behavior through social means, such as through social norms, values, and expectations. In this scenario, telling a friend that you will leave without them is an example of informal social control, as it is a way of reinforcing the expectation that people should be punctual and respect other people's time. The other options do not relate to informal social control in the same way. Option A describes a personal habit, Option B describes a legal punishment, and Option C describes a legal charge.

Question 18

According to "Box 1.1: Crime and the Media," which of the following is a consequence of the media's coverage of crime in Canada?

Accepted Answer

According to Box 1.1, "Canadians tend to overestimate the amount of violent crime in their communities. This can be attributed in part to media coverage of high-profile violent crime cases that create a perception of widespread danger."

Question 19

An analysis of how people break the rules established in a society is most closely associated with which of the following criminological perspectives.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the social distribution of crime?

Accepted Answer

The relatively higher rate of criminal offending by young aboriginal men illustrates the social distribution of crime as it highlights how certain marginalized and disadvantaged groups are more likely to engage in criminal behavior due to systemic social and economic inequalities.

Quiz 1: Crime,criminals,and Criminology