Jerome Skolnick has pointed out that violence "is an ambiguous term whos meaning is established through political processes." Explain what Skolnick means by this statement. Give a number of examples to support your answer.

Compare and contrast the following explanations of violence: the biological viewpoint, frustration-aggression and control theories, violence as subculture, and violence as rational choice.

Distinguish between the two forms of criminal homicide mentioned in the text. Give examples of each. Under what conditions do most murders occur? What distinguishes mass murder from other forms?

Distinguish between forcible, statutory, and date/acquaintance rape. Give examples of each. Why do most experts today agree that rape is a crime of violence rather than a crime of passion?

What are the major social policy concerns surrounding the issues of gun control and media violence?