Sociology 7 Quiz example

Deviance

Socially defined behavior that violates societal norms.

Rosa Parks' action against segregation

An act of deviance.

Social control

The means by which society maintains order and enforces norms.

Informal negative sanctions

Unwritten penalties imposed by society to discourage deviance.

Primary deviance

Initial acts of rule-breaking that do not result in labeling.

Power elite

A small group of powerful individuals who hold a disproportionate amount of power.

Social disorganization theory

A theory suggesting crime occurs in communities with weak social ties.

Celebrity crime

Crimes committed by famous people, often protected by their status.

Labeling theory

The idea that being labeled as deviant can influence an individual's identity.

Corporate crime

Crime committed for the benefit of a corporation.

Spousal abuse

A form of violent crime occurring between intimate partners.

Crime trends in the United States

Rates of violent crimes are decreasing, while nonviolent crimes may be increasing.

National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)

A survey that collects data on crime victimization, but may miss certain demographics.