Chapter 1 Homework Questions
(write one-half page to one page double-spaced on each question)
1. Identify three to five factors that you think especially contribute to the delinquency of adolescents. Discuss the contribution of each factor and why you have selected the factor.
2. Define the term “juvenile delinquency” and describe the juvenile justice system.
3. Describe what it was like to be a child historically. How does this affect our attitudes and behaviors toward children today?
4. Define the following terms: Poor Laws, CHINS, Parens Patriae, waiver.
5. What are status offenders? Why has the juvenile court regarded status offenses so seriously? What do you think should happen to status offenders?
