The perspective which holds that lower-class youth may become ...

[segrsyd]

The perspective which holds that lower-class youth may become delinquent because they lack social capital, or resources that reside in the social structure, including norms, networks, and relationships, is called ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 2

According to Merton, in ________ a person may go through the motions of attending classes and studying, but abandon the goal of success.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

[sarajane1989]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: social capital theory

Answer to Question 2

Answer: ritualism

[segrsyd]

Wow, this really help

[coreycathey]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it