In the 1930s,a New Approach Emerged That Emphasized Structural Causes

question 35

Multiple Choice

In the 1930s,a new approach emerged that emphasized structural causes of urban crime (e.g.,the breakdown of communities) over moral failings.It is known as _____.

• A) social cohesion
• B) social disorganization
• C) social construction
• D) social engineering

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Definitions:

Instability of Communism

The susceptibility of communist regimes or systems to experience political, economic, or social disorder, often due to internal challenges or inefficiencies.

Lumpen-Proletariat

A term used by Karl Marx to describe the layer of the working class that is unlikely to achieve class consciousness, due to their marginalization.

Proletariat

The working class or laboring class; specifically, those who do not own the means of production and must sell their labor to survive.

Bourgeoisie

The middle class in capitalist societies, owning means of production and employing labor power for profit.