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According to Robert Merton’s Strain Theory, society can be set up in a way that encourages too much deviance. Specifically, the  extent and type of deviance people engage in deepens on whether a society provides the means to achieve cultural goals of success in life. According to Merton, he strain, between our culture’s emphasis on wealth and the lack of opportunity to get rich may encourage some people especially the poor to engage in stealing, drug dealing, or other forms of crime. Merton called these people _______.   

What is a dyad and triad? Explain which is more stable. 

_______________ is the rule of the many by the few. 

What is an example of a Corporate Crime? 

A Sociology Class would be considered this type of group: 

_________refers to a leadership role that emphasizes collective well-being.

Which of the following is considered direct evidence?

What happens to a cell placed in a hypotonic solution?

In which form of transport do cells take in liquid from their surroundings?

In which stage of photosynthesis is carbon fixation accomplished?