In the Early 1800s, a Move Away from Attributing a Religious

question 23

Multiple Choice

In the early 1800s, a move away from attributing a religious cause to criminal behavior, such as individuals being born evil, occurred. The more secular approach recognized that the cause might not only be placed on the individual, but some responsibility could be attributed to:

• A) family history.
• B) developmental issues.
• C) social disorganization.
• D) environmental deterioration.

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Definitions:

Sociologists

Researchers and scholars who study the development, structure, and functioning of human society.

Intimate Social Institution

A term referring to a societal structure or mechanism, such as the family, that plays a critical role in the personal and social development of an individual.

Marital Rape

The act of sexual assault by a spouse, recognizing it as a form of domestic violence and a criminal offense.

Vaginal Penetration

The act of inserting an object, such as a penis, finger, or sex toy, into the vagina for sexual stimulation or reproductive purposes.