1. When comparing the United States to other countries, why does the U.S appear to suffer from more crime?
2. Based on your perception, how can criminal behavior be considered a rational choice?
3. Why is it important to study theories of crime causation?
4. When considering the purpose and function of criminal law, what are the factors/elements that would either deter crime or actually promote crime?
5. What are the differences in the concepts of mala in se and mala prohibitum? Give examples of each.