Explanations of Crime & Deviance (WJEC Eduqas GCSE Sociology): Exam Questions

Exam code: C200

1 hour7 questions
11 mark

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A term which means that the labels people are given may often come true.

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2a2 marks

Describe what is meant by the term labelling.

2b5 marks

Outline what is meant by a criminal subculture.

2c15 marks

Discuss whether the police and courts treat all people equally in the UK.

In your answer you are advised to refer to different sociological views to support your judgement.

3a2 marks

Describe what is meant by the term deviance.

3b5 marks

Outline reasons why what is seen as deviant behaviour changes in society.

41 mark

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A Marxist writer who studied organised crime.

5a2 marks

Describe what is meant by the term anomie.

5b5 marks

Outline, with examples, the difference between crime and deviance.

5c15 marks

Discuss Marxist views of crime.

In your answer you are advised to refer to Marxist and other sociological views of crime to support your judgement.

6a2 marks

Describe what is meant by the term formal social control.

6b5 marks

Outline Merton’s explanation of crime.

75 marks

Describe how social control works in society.