- According to classical theorists, how could violence be viewed as a rational choice? Be sure to make your answer specific to violent behavior. (2 points)
- Discuss either biochemical conditions, neurophysiologicalconditions or genetics as a cause for criminal behavior. ONLY CHOOSE ONE! (3 points)
- How is insanity different from having a mental health disorder? Discuss “The New Asylums” video as part of your explanation. (3 points)
- Define relative deprivation? How does it lead to negative feelings and hostility among the underclass and ultimately to criminal behavior? (3 points)
- What is Social Learning Theory? Discuss two techniques of neutralization used by offenders. (3 points)
- According to the Anderson article, what is the Code of the Streets and how do concentrated disadvantage and low social capital combine to increase crime rates and delinquency? (3 points)
- Discuss the article “Prison and the Poverty Trap” in relation to Social Structure Theory. Use specific examples from the article to illustrate a minimum of two social structure theories. Each example should be a minimum of one paragraph. (4 points)
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