All parts of a society do not all change at the same pace or at the same time.

All parts of a society do not all change at the same pace or at the same time.
 
  a. True
 b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The primary weakness of the labeling theory is
 
  a. that it overemphasizes social attachment.
 b. its disregard for the role of those with power in creating deviance.
 c. that it does not explain the reasons for the behavior that comes to be labeled as deviant.
 d. that it overstates the subjective nature of identifying deviance.

Question 3

The path by which technology is introduced into society often reflects the predominant cultural values in that society.
 
  a. True
 b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 4

The strength of the labeling theory is that it
 
  a. recognizes the nature of a shared value system in society.
 b. acknowledges that the judgments people make about perceived deviance have powerful effects.
 c. emphasizes economic inequality as the primary source of deviance.
 d. explains why deviant behavior occurs.

Question 5

Social change often creates conflict.
 
  a. True
 b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 6

Sociologists have found that deviant communities
 
  a. generally share most of the same values and norms as the dominant community.
 b. are a source of support for previously labeled people who want to try and return to a nondeviant identity.
 c. often develop their own emblems, language, and dress.
 d. exist mostly in large urban areas.