Practice - What is Deviance?
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Practice Questions
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Define deviance in one sentence.
💡 Hint: Think about what rules society considers important.
What is formal social control?
💡 Hint: Consider who enforces rules in society.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does deviance refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider the opposite of following rules.
Labeling Theory suggests that deviance is a result of...
💡 Hint: Think about the impact a label can have on a person.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a case study where labeling led to deviance. Explain the personal circumstances and societal reaction.
💡 Hint: Reflect on a historical event where an individual was labeled.
Critique the effectiveness of informal versus formal social control in a community context.
💡 Hint: Think of examples from your own community.
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