1
Q
What do absolutists say about deviance
A
They believe deviance is inherent in the individual
2
Q
Control theory criticisms
A
Doesn’t explain why some people have stronger/weaker social bonds
Ignores the various types of crime and deviance
Assumes individuals are all naturally bad
Can you have tight social bonds and still be deviant?
3
Q
Hegemonic masculinity criticisms
A
Doesn’t explain why some men commit crimes and others don’t
Stereotypical
Doesn’t explain politically motivated crime
Not all crimes are due to masculinity
Doesn’t explain why females commit crimes
4
Q
How many people a year die in British factories
A
500
