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January 23, 2009 / C H Thompson

Task 1 Crime & Deviance

Task 1

  1. Create a definition which clearly illustrates the difference between crime and deviance
  2. Similarly, create a definition which clearly illustrates the difference between formal and informal social control
  3. What are ‘dark figures’ of crime?

  4. Identify and briefly explain three reasons why some crimes are ‘hidden crimes’

  5. Identify and briefly explain two reasons why the media might influence the general public’s perception of crime

  6. Identify and briefly explain three reasons for the increase in crime rates

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