According to Becker, a Negative ________ Can Have a Detrimental

question 17

Multiple Choice

According to Becker, a negative ________ can have a detrimental effect upon how an individual is treated by others, including the criminal justice system.

• A) social status
• B) tag
• C) master status
• D) critical theory

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Definitions:

Victorian Americans

Refers to the cultural and social norms, values, and practices in American society during the Victorian era, roughly paralleling Britain's Queen Victoria's reign (1837-1901).

Reproductive Desire

The personal inclination or wish to reproduce or have children, influenced by various biological, psychological, and social factors.

Mainstream Films

Movies produced by major film studios that are targeted at a broad audience, often characterized by their widespread appeal and commercial success.

Gay Characters

Fictional or real-life individuals who are attracted to people of the same sex, often featured in literature, films, television, and other media forms.