Use the attached document to answer the following questions in essay format.

1. Describe the basic components of strain theory, using examples to illustrate your points.

2. In order to conceptually understand the various sociological explanations of juvenile delinquency, the authors have divided them into six major categories. Identify these categories.

3. Contrast Durkheim and Merton regarding the concept of anomie.

4. In his Typology of Modes of Adaptive Behavior, Merton schematically identified five logically possible behavior patterns for individuals as they respond to the culturally approved goals. Identify these five modes and explain them.

5. Discuss the criticisms and limitations of social strain theories.