Strain Theory

Question 1

Concept

Answer 1

1. Extension to Anomie
2. Imbalance between approved goals (money, success) and legitimate means to achieve goals (education, well-paid jobs) = Strain, leading to crime as solution/ means to achieve goals

Question 2

solidarity

Answer 2

mechanical solidarity in subcultures

Question 3

criticism

Answer 3

does not explain crime of the powerful

Question 4

type of strain

Answer 4

innovation (achieving legitimate goals through illegitimate means )