Biological Explanations of Offending Behaviour (AQA A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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Who developed the atavistic form theory in the 1870s?
Who developed the atavistic form theory in the 1870s?
Cesare Lombroso
Which feature was NOT identified by Lombroso as an atavistic characteristic?
Which feature was NOT identified by Lombroso as an atavistic characteristic?
Sloping forehead
How many living criminals did Lombroso base his measurements on?
How many living criminals did Lombroso base his measurements on?
Nearly 4,000
According to Lombroso, why should criminals not be held responsible for their actions?
According to Lombroso, why should criminals not be held responsible for their actions?
Behaviour determined by physiology
What does 'atavistic' mean in Lombroso's theory?
What does 'atavistic' mean in Lombroso's theory?
Throwbacks to earlier evolution
What did Goring's 1913 research conclude about Lombroso's theory?
What did Goring's 1913 research conclude about Lombroso's theory?
Failed to replicate the findings
How many London convicts did Goring compare with non-criminals in his 1913 study?
How many London convicts did Goring compare with non-criminals in his 1913 study?
2,348
How long did Hooton's large-scale investigation last?
How long did Hooton's large-scale investigation last?
12 years
What was a key methodological flaw in Lombroso's original research?
What was a key methodological flaw in Lombroso's original research?
Lacked proper control groups
How did Hooton's findings differ from Lombroso's?
How did Hooton's findings differ from Lombroso's?
Identified different physical features