According to Robert Merton, If a Person Experiences a Form

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According to Robert Merton, if a person experiences a form of strain and responds with negative emotionality without having good coping resources, they are more likely than others to engage in crime.

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Definitions:

Abolitionist Societies

Groups dedicated to ending the practice of slavery and securing freedom for enslaved people.

Telegraph

An early form of long-distance communication technology that transmitted messages using electrical signals over wires, significantly influencing the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Charity Fairs

Public or private gatherings organized to raise funds and awareness for charitable causes, often featuring goods for sale, games, and entertainment.

Tracts

Short written works, usually on religious or political topics, intended for wide distribution and often used to disseminate or support specific viewpoints.