Chapter 6 Homework Questions
(write one-half page to one page double-spaced on each question)
1. Describe and contrast the masculinity hypothesis and the chivalry hypothesis.
2. How do the liberal feminists view female delinquency? Contrast with the view of female delinquency held by critical feminists.
3. Describe how gender-schema theory applies to the delinquent behaviors engaged in by male and female offenders.
4. How have the changes in the female delinquency rate affected the treatment girls receive by the juvenile justice system? Are they still treated differently than boys?
5. Do you believe that biology or socialization influences female delinquency more? Explain your view.
