, CMY2601
CRIME RISK PERSPECTIVES
SEMESTER
ASSIGNMENT 01 QUESTIONS
1. Distinguish between causes, contributory factors, motives and triggers as risk
assessment criteria for reoffending behaviour. (10)
2. Critically discuss the multifaceted nature of poverty. (15)
Total marks: 25
To complete this assignment please adhere to the following instructions:
1. Consult the study guide for guidance on the topic and at least two additional sources.
2. Use recent sources - preferably sources not older than 10 years.
3. Use your own sourced examples where relevant.
4. Adhere to the scientific requirements for the assignment below:
4.1. Provide a cover page containing your name, student number, the module code and suitable
title.
4.2. The assignment must contain a Table of Contents on a separate page. The table of
contents should reflect the heading and subheadings in the assignment on a separate page,
followed by the relevant page numbers.
4.3. Number the pages.
4.4. Structure Question 1 and Question 2 separately.
4.5. Each question should contain its own Introduction, Definition and Conclusion.
4.6. Provide relevant headings and/or sub-headings in each question.
4.7. Ensure that each paragraph has a main idea and that each main idea is supported with
examples and arguments.
4.8. Rewrite the content of the assignment (i.e. your answer) in your own words.
4.9. Plagiarism will not be tolerated and may result in an immediate fail. Please read the
information posted on myUnisa under the section ‘What is plagiarism’.
CRIME RISK PERSPECTIVES
SEMESTER
ASSIGNMENT 01 QUESTIONS
1. Distinguish between causes, contributory factors, motives and triggers as risk
assessment criteria for reoffending behaviour. (10)
2. Critically discuss the multifaceted nature of poverty. (15)
Total marks: 25
To complete this assignment please adhere to the following instructions:
1. Consult the study guide for guidance on the topic and at least two additional sources.
2. Use recent sources - preferably sources not older than 10 years.
3. Use your own sourced examples where relevant.
4. Adhere to the scientific requirements for the assignment below:
4.1. Provide a cover page containing your name, student number, the module code and suitable
title.
4.2. The assignment must contain a Table of Contents on a separate page. The table of
contents should reflect the heading and subheadings in the assignment on a separate page,
followed by the relevant page numbers.
4.3. Number the pages.
4.4. Structure Question 1 and Question 2 separately.
4.5. Each question should contain its own Introduction, Definition and Conclusion.
4.6. Provide relevant headings and/or sub-headings in each question.
4.7. Ensure that each paragraph has a main idea and that each main idea is supported with
examples and arguments.
4.8. Rewrite the content of the assignment (i.e. your answer) in your own words.
4.9. Plagiarism will not be tolerated and may result in an immediate fail. Please read the
information posted on myUnisa under the section ‘What is plagiarism’.
