1. 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)
2. Discuss either biochemical conditions, neurophysiologicalconditions or genetics as a cause for criminal behavior. ONLY CHOOSE ONE! (3 points)
3. How is insanity different from having a mental health disorder? Discuss “The New Asylums” video as part of your explanation. (3 points)
4. Define relative deprivation? How does it lead to negative feelings and hostility among the underclass and ultimately to criminal behavior? (3 points)
5. What is Social Learning Theory? Discuss two techniques of neutralization used by offenders. (3 points)
6. 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)
7. 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)
8. Using the characters and storyline in the book In Cold Blood, discuss two of the theories from Chapters 4-9 in your text. Each example should be a minimum of one paragraph. Characters and/or examples should be discussed completely along with a definition of the theories and their relationship to the book.
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