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Theories of Crime

This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the various theories of crime. It covers topics such as biological, psychological, sociological, and economic theories of crime.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by genetic factors?

  1. Biological theory
  2. Psychological theory
  3. Sociological theory
  4. Economic theory
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by psychological factors, such as personality traits and mental disorders?

  1. Biological theory
  2. Psychological theory
  3. Sociological theory
  4. Economic theory
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by social factors, such as poverty, inequality, and discrimination?

  1. Biological theory
  2. Psychological theory
  3. Sociological theory
  4. Economic theory
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by economic factors, such as unemployment, low wages, and lack of opportunities?

  1. Biological theory
  2. Psychological theory
  3. Sociological theory
  4. Economic theory
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a combination of biological, psychological, sociological, and economic factors?

  1. Biological theory
  2. Psychological theory
  3. Sociological theory
  4. Integrated theory
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a lack of self-control?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Rational choice theory
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a lack of social control?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Rational choice theory
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by the presence of suitable targets and the absence of capable guardians?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Rational choice theory
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a rational calculation of the costs and benefits of crime?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Rational choice theory
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a desire for excitement and risk-taking?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Thrill-seeking theory
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a desire for revenge?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Retribution theory
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a desire for social justice?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Restorative justice theory
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a desire for power?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Power-control theory
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a desire for money?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Economic theory
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which theory of crime suggests that criminal behavior is caused by a desire for status?

  1. General theory of crime
  2. Social control theory
  3. Routine activities theory
  4. Status theory
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