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Sample Test

Chapter_3_Understanding_Crime_and_Victimization

 

 

1. According to the principles of choice theory, in order for punishment to most effectively deter crime, it must meet the following three conditions:​

 

a.

​Swift, satisfactory, and certain

 

b.

​Severe, certain, and punitive

 

c.

​Strict, sure, and swift

 

d.

​Intense, lasting, and cumulative

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

2. Situational crime prevention falls under _____ theory.​

 

a.

​Psychological

 

b.

​Choice

 

c.

​Sociobiological

 

d.

​Developmental

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.2 – Describe the strategies used to reduce crime by rational criminals.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

3. Target hardening techniques are examples of which type of situational crime prevention tactic?​

 

a.

​Increasing the effort needed to commit the crime

 

b.

​Increasing the risks of committing the crime

 

c.

​Reducing the rewards for committing the crime

 

d.

​Inducing guilt or shame over the crime

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

4. Putting up large signs indicating that trash must be either thrown away or recycled and placing bins to dump or recycle throughout a park is which type of situational crime prevention tactic?​

 

a.

​Increase the risks

 

b.

​Reduce provocation

 

c.

​Remove excuses

 

d.

​Induce shame or guilt

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

5. __________ theory focuses on a person’s bonds to society as a factor in preventing crime.​

 

a.

​Social learning

 

b.

​Social disorganization

 

c.

​Choice

 

d.

​Social control

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.7 – Distinguish among the three types of social process theories.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

6. ______ theory believes that law violators may have suffered damage to their personalities early in their development that renders them powerless to control their impulses.​

 

a.

​Psychodynamic

 

b.

​Life course

 

c.

​Developmental

 

d.

​Sociobiological

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

7. According to social learning theory, people become violent because they:​

 

a.

​Model their behavior after others and have that behavior positively reinforced.

 

b.

​Are born with a predisposition toward violence because of their genetic makeup.

 

c.

​Suffer damage to their egos and superegos at an early age.

 

d.

​Have a mental disorder or illness.

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

8. Consideration of IQ and attachment are a part of what type of theory?​

 

a.

​Psychological theory

 

b.

​Sociological theory

 

c.

​Sociobiological theory

 

d.

​Choice theory

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

9. Crime is believed to be a product of transitional neighborhoods that manifest value conflict according ________ theory.​

 

a.

​Psychoanalytic

 

b.

​Social control

 

c.

​Social structure

 

d.

​Social learning

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

10. Which is not a behavior associated with antisocial personality?​

 

a.

​Repeatedly performs acts that are grounds for arrest

 

b.

​Needs to plan ahead

 

c.

​Reckless disregard for the safety of others

 

d.

​Lack of remorse

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.5 – Identify the personality traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

11. A subculture occurs in disorganized neighborhoods marked by apathy, cynicism, helplessness, and distrust that is passed from one generation to the next, creating a permanent underclass. This subculture is called:​

 

a.

​Focal concerns

 

b.

​Collective efficacy

 

c.

​The culture of poverty

 

d.

​The truly disadvantaged

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

12. ______ suggests that some people adopt the goals of society but lack the means to attain them and will therefore seek alternatives, such as crime.​

 

a.

​Strain theory

 

b.

​Social learning theory

 

c.

​Differential association theory

 

d.

​Self-control theory

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

13. Which of the following was not one of the models of adaptation that Robert Merton produced as part of his explanation of how anomie can lead to crime?​

 

a.

​Innovation

 

b.

​Rebellion

 

c.

​Retreatism

 

d.

​Toughness

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

14. Which of the following is an argument of Hirschi’s social control theory?​

 

a.

​Delinquents are detached loners whose bond to friends has been broken.

 

b.

​Delinquents have the same friendship patterns as conventional youth.

 

c.

​There is a definitive reason why a person’s social bond is weakened.

 

d.

​Only females who are detached from their parents are at risk for gang involvement.

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.7 – Distinguish among the three types of social process theories.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

15. The use of illegal means to achieve success in the absence of legitimate means is an example of ______ in Merton’s theory of anomie.​

 

a.

​Innovation

 

b.

​Retreatism

 

c.

​Rebellion

 

d.

​Conformity

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

16. ______ theory is not a type of developmental theory.​

 

a.

​Age-graded

 

b.

​Life course

 

c.

​Latent trait

 

d.

​Social strain

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

17. The general theory of crime suggests that differences between individuals in the tendency to commit criminal acts stems from:​

 

a.

​The level of relative deprivation in their immediate environment

 

b.

​Their level of self-control

 

c.

​The perceived value of social injustice in the community

 

d.

​Their tolerance for social strain

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

18. According to Sampson and Laub, what are the two most critical turning points in a criminal career?​

 

a.

​Marriage and employment

 

b.

​Employment and imprisonment

 

c.

​Children and imprisonment

 

d.

​Victimization and social bonds

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

19. When individuals provoke or encourage criminal behavior, this is referred to as:​

 

a.

​Latent trait activation

 

b.

​Victim precipitation

 

c.

​Lifestyle theory

 

d.

​Cognitive abuse of the victim

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

20. What does lifestyle theory posit about victimization?​

 

a.

​The victim invariably precipitates their own victimization.

 

b.

​Victimization is a function of social strain and precipitation.

 

c.

​Crime is not a random event, and the probability of a crime occurring is dependent on the activities of the victim.

 

d.

​Victims are just as likely to become offenders as offenders are to become victims.

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

21. Which of the following is not one of the three factors linked to predatory crime rates in routine activities theory?​

 

a.

​Supply of motivated offenders

 

b.

​Supply of suitable targets

 

c.

​Absence of effective guardians for protection

 

d.

​Extent of relative social deprivation

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

22. According to the routine activities theory, police officers would be considered:​

 

a.

​Capable guardians

 

b.

​Suitable targets

 

c.

​Motivated offenders

 

d.

​Capable targets

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

23. Which occurs when the victims used threats?​

 

a.

​Active precipitation

 

b.

​Cursory precipitation

 

c.

​Passive precipitation

 

d.

​Solitary precipitation

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

24. What is the process in which criminal behavior becomes embedded because antisocial behavior erodes social ties that encourage conformity and creates incentives to commit crime?​

 

a.

​Latent traits

 

b.

​State organized

 

c.

​State dependence

 

d.

​Victim precipitation

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

25. Which age group is linked to the early onset of criminal behavior?​

 

a.

​Toddlers

 

b.

​Early adolescence

 

c.

​Late teens

 

d.

​Mid-twenties

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

26. According to critical criminologists, which behavior is the biggest problem?​

 

a.

​Burglary

 

b.

​Racism

 

c.

​Rape

 

d.

​Robbery

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Critical Criminology

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.8 – Know what is meant by critical criminology.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

27. Excessive levels of ___________ have been linked to violence and aggression.​

 

a.

​Estrogen

 

b.

​Progesterone

 

c.

​Serotonin

 

d.

​Testosterone

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

28. Johnny is arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. As a result, he is convicted and serves a short stint in jail. Johnny’s incarceration is an example of which of the following concepts?​

 

a.

​General deterrence

 

b.

​Specific deterrence

 

c.

​Situational prevention

 

d.

​Just desserts

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.2 – Describe the strategies used to reduce crime by rational criminals.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

29. Which of the following is not considered a biochemical factor?​

 

a.

​Environmental constraints

 

b.

​Hypoglycemia

 

c.

​Testosterone

 

d.

​Genetic abnormality

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

30. Which theory posits that antisocial behavior is learned through observation?​

 

a.

​Social learning theory

 

b.

​Psychodynamic theory

 

c.

​Moral development theory

 

d.

​Social disorganization

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

31. Social disorganization leads to which of the following?​

 

a.

​Residents’ frustrations over their perceived inability to attain the “American Dream”

 

b.

​Weakened informal social control

 

c.

​The development of a cognitive landscape that views violence as an acceptable means to resolve conflict

 

d.

​All of the above

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

32. Which theory proposes the existence of a master criminal trait or propensity after birth?​

 

a.

​Latent trait

 

b.

​Life course

 

c.

​Trajectory

 

d.

​Biochemical

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

CASE 3.1

Mary and Louise are both 15 years old. Each was arrested and charged with stealing a vehicle. Mary stole a car from the teacher’s parking lot at her school. Louise stole her neighbor’s car when she decided that she wanted to drive to her boyfriend. They both meet with Mr. Brown, a juvenile probation officer, who is to recommend whether or not they should be detained in a juvenile detention center prior to the disposition of their cases.

 

33. According to the routine activities theory Mary would be considered a:​

 

a.

​Motivated offender

 

b.

​Suitable target

 

c.

​Suitable offender

 

d.

​Capable guardian

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.1

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

34. When Mr. Brown asks Mary if she thought twice about stealing the car from the teacher’s parking lot, she replied, “when I saw that the gate was open and there was no security officer around, I had no fear of stealing the car.”What situational crime prevention tactic could have prevented this crime from occurring?​

 

a.

​Increase the effort needed to commit the crime

 

b.

​Increase the risk of committing the crime

 

c.

​Reduce the rewards for committing the crime

 

d.

​Remove excuses

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.1

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

35. ​When Mr. Brown meets with Louise, he asks her the same questions he asked Mary about her background. Louise explains that she has been arrested ten times before for various charges, including drug possession, burglary, and assault.Louise also explains that she has been diagnosed with ADHD and learning disabilities and that she does not always know why she does the things she does.Which biosocial view of crime would best explain Louise’s behavior?

 

a.

​Biochemical

 

b.

​Neurological

 

c.

​Genetic

 

d.

​Precipitation

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.1

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

36. Louise also explains that she was diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder.She cannot remember the name of the disorder.Mr. Brown is waiting for her case file to see her diagnosis.Which of the following psychiatric disorders is Louise unlikely to have?​

 

a.

​Oppositional defiant disorder

 

b.

​Conduct disorder

 

c.

​Alexithymia

 

d.

​Strain disorder

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.1

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Analyze

 

CASE 3.2

Warden Smith supervises 2000 male inmates who are incarcerated for various reasons, including murder, rape, robbery, drugs, theft, and arson. He meets with every inmate who is sentenced to his prison to get an understanding of where each inmate came from and how he can possible help each inmate to not return to his institution once released.

 

37. Warden Smith meets Jamaal.He was sentenced to 20 years in prison for armed robbery.Jamaal is argumentative and is a firm believer that the criminal justice system is just a mechanism to control the poor.He thinks that the government should be focusing on the crimes that the wealthy commit and not those of the lower-class community.Jamaal would most likely support which theory?​

 

a.

​Critical

 

b.

​Social learning

 

c.

​Psychodynamic

 

d.

​Choice

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

Critical Criminology

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.2

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.8 – Know what is meant by critical criminology.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

38. Larry meets with Warden Smith.Larry has been to prison three timespreviously.He tellsWarden Smith that he has committed hundreds of other crimes for whichhe never got caught.His current conviction is for drug dealing.Larry was willing to take achance in dealing drugs because he was going to make over $100,000 for the transaction and he thought the potential profit was worth the risk and the effort.Which theory would most likely support why Larry committed his crime?​

 

a.

​Critical

 

b.

​Social learning

 

c.

​Psychodynamic

 

d.

​Choice

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.2

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Analyze

 

39. Joey is in prison for attempted murder.He got into a fight at a local bar with a man with whom he was drinking some beers.The man made a comment about Joey’s girlfriend and Joey just snapped and beat him until he was unconscious.The man was in a coma for a few months before he woke up.The man sustained permanent brain damage.Warden Smith asked Joey why he did not just walk away from this man who commented about his girlfriend.Joey explained to Warden Smith that he always saw his father and uncles handle disagreements by fistfighting.He says this is the only way he knows how to settle disputes.Joey asks for help from Warden Smith.What theory would explain Joey’s behavior?​

 

a.

​Critical

 

b.

​Social learning

 

c.

​Psychodynamic

 

d.

​Choice

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.2

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

40. Warden Smith has met with thousands of inmates who have come into his prison.He firmly believes that the majority of people who commit crime do so because of social structure theories.Which of the following is not considered a social structure theory?​

 

a.

​Social disorganization

 

b.

​Social learning

 

c.

​Strain

 

d.

​Cultural deviance

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.2

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

41. Warden Smith also reviews the background and criminal history of all offenders who enter his prison.He notices a common theme—many of his inmates began offending at a very early age and they continued to offend well into adulthood.These inmates are considered to be:​

 

a.

​Adolescent-limited offenders.

 

b.

​Active persisters.

 

c.

​Passive persisters.

 

d.

​Life-course persisters.

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

PREFACE NAME:  

CASE 3.2

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

42. The field of criminology is not concerned with the control of criminal behavior, only its causes.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Causes of Crime

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

43. Target hardening techniques are one element of situational crime prevention.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

44. In recent years there has been increased interest in the biology of crime, including biochemical, neurological, evolutionary, and genetic concerns.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

45. Disinhibition is when adults are viewed as being rewarded for violence and when violence is seen as socially acceptable.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

46. Studies show that high serotonin levels are linked with poor impulse control andhyperactivity.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

47. The lack of capable guardians is a cornerstone of routine activities theory.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

48. According to situational crime prevention, if punishment is severe enough, known criminals will never be tempted to repeat their offenses.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

49. Cesare Lombroso’s views on crime causation were discredited.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

50. The focus of neurological views of crime causation is twin and sibling behavior.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

51. People suffering from conduct disorder have difficulty following rules and behaving in a socially acceptable way.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

52. Alexithymia is a disorder characterized by an inability to concentrate, loss of appetite, and hopelessness.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

53. Cognitive psychologists are concerned with the way people perceive and mentally representthe world in which they live.

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

54. According to social control theorists, society produces criminals by stigmatizing certain individuals as deviant.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.7 – Distinguish among the three types of social process theories.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

55. The death penalty has been shown to be a deterrent to violent crime.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.2 – Describe the strategies used to reduce crime by rational criminals.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

56. ADHD has been linked to antisocial behavior.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

57. Punishments such as arrest and formal sanctions have been shown to deter sociopaths.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.5 – Identify the personality traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

58. Social process theories suggest that criminal behavior is learned.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

59. Under critical criminal justice, the criminal justice system is viewed as a means of controlling the poor.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Critical Criminology

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.8 – Know what is meant by critical criminology.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

60. Under critical criminal justice, white collar crimes would likely be prosecuted with much less vigor.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Critical Criminology

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.8 – Know what is meant by critical criminology.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

61. Developmental theories are concerned with trying to understand why people commit crime.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

False

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

62. Under the general theory of crime, criminal acts are attractive because they provide instant gratification for the offender.​

 

a.

True

 

b.

False

 

ANSWER:  

True

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

63. _________________ is a crime control approach that seeks to instill fear of criminal penalties in the public.​

ANSWER:  

General deterrence​

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.2 – Describe the strategies used to reduce crime by rational criminals.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

64. The terms “psychopath” and “sociopath” are commonly used to describe people who have a (n) ___________.​

ANSWER:  

antisocial personality​

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.5 – Identify the personality traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

65. The concept of ____________________ refers to the absence or weakness of rules and social norms (normlessness) in any person or group.​

ANSWER:  

anomie​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

66. The concept of ____________________ refers to the frustration and inner conflict experienced by people who believe that they cannot achieve their desires and goals through legitimate means.​

ANSWER:  

strain​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

67. ________ consists of the stratifications, classes, institutions, and groups that characterize a society.​

ANSWER:  

Social structure​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

68. ________ is the beginning of antisocial behavior during early adolescence, after which criminal behavior is more likely to persist throughout the life span.​

ANSWER:  

Early onset​

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

69. According to labeling theorists, the use of social or physical restraints such as handcuffs, incarceration, or a criminal record are examples of ____________________ ceremonies, believed to leave a lasting impression on the accused.​

ANSWER:  

degradation​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.7 – Distinguish among the three types of social process theories.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

70. In cohesive communities, _________ may develop.This is characterized by mutual trust, a willingness to intervene in the supervision of children, and the maintenance of public order.​

ANSWER:  

collective efficacy​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

71. According to Laub and Samson, “turning points” allow people to build ____________________—the positive relations with individuals and institutions that contribute to success.​

ANSWER:  

social capital​

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

72. ___________________ may be considered typical teenagers who get into minor scrapes and engage in what might be considered rebellious teenage behavior with their friends.​

ANSWER:  

Adolescent-limited offenders​

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

73. Delinquents who begin their offending career at a very early age and continue to offend into adulthood are known as ______________________.​

ANSWER:  

life-course persisters​

REFERENCES:  

Developmental Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

74. The role of the victim in provoking or encouraging criminal behavior is known as _______________.​

ANSWER:  

victim precipitation​

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

75. ​The major premise of ___________________ theory is that crime is a function of diet, vitamin intake, hormonal imbalance, or food allergies.

ANSWER:  

biochemical​

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

76. _______________are chemical compounds that influence or activate brain functions.​

ANSWER:  

Neurotransmitters​

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

77. Johnny’s friend Maria hears that Johnny has been arrested and served some jail time for a DUI. Maria is fearful of being arrested and punished herself, and decides that she will abstain from drinking and driving. This is an example of ____________________ deterrence.​

ANSWER:  

General​

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.2 – Describe the strategies used to reduce crime by rational criminals.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

78. _______________ is a condition characterized bya decrease in blood sugar levels that is thought to impair brain function​

ANSWER:  

Hypoglycemia​

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

79. ________________ suggests that as people age and mature they traverse a series of stages in which their view of what is morally right or wrong changes and develops.​

ANSWER:  

Moral development theory​

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

80. According to Merton’s strain theory, youths who reject conventional goals and choose to live as drug users or alcoholics are called _______________.​

ANSWER:  

Retreatists​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

81. A _______________ may occur when a state institution fails to enforce a law.​

ANSWER:  

State corporate crime​

REFERENCES:  

Critical Criminology

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.8 – Know what is meant by critical criminology.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

82. __________________ precipitation occurs when the victim exhibits some personal characteristic that unintentionally threatens or encourages the offender to act.

ANSWER:  

Passive​

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

83. Why do some experts believe that crime is rational?​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

84. Of the six tactics of situational crime prevention, which do you think is the most effective, and why.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

85. How do scientists test to see whethercrime is genetic?What does the current research show?​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

86. Explain the psychodynamic theory of crime.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

87. Discuss two disorders that have been linked to antisocial youth.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

88. Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

89. Which theory do you believe best explains the majority of criminal behavior, and why.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Entire Chapter

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.2 – Describe the strategies used to reduce crime by rational criminals.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.4 – Know the various psychological views of the cause of crime.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.5 – Identify the personality traits linked to crime.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.7 – Distinguish among the three types of social process theories.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.8 – Know what is meant by critical criminology.
ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.9 – Understand the basics of developmental theory.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

90. Suppose a public park has experienced numerous police calls for service because of teenagers “hanging out” in the park, drinking, using drugs, and destroying property. The offenders have created holes in the fencing so they can access the park after hours. They also congregate in areas with thick shrubbery that inhibits observation. Using concepts from situational crime prevention, explain some ways that the park design could be improved or altered to deter this behavior.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Choice Theory

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.1 – Understand why some experts believe that crime seems rational.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Apply

 

91. Assuming that traits conducive to crime are biologically inherited, what are some possible ethical concerns with continuing research?​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Trait Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.3 – Identify the various biological traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

92. Explain the evidence for and against IQ being a determinant of antisocial behavior.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Psychological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.5 – Identify the personality traits linked to crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

93. Explain how concentrated disadvantage results in social disorganization.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

94. Explain how institutional racism may influence police decision-making practices.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Sociological Theories

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.6 – Compare and contrast the various social structure theories of crime.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

95. Consider how routine activity theory might explain a mugging in a parking lot. In your answer, explain the interplay among the three elements of the crime triangle.​

ANSWER:  

Answers will vary.​

REFERENCES:  

Theories of Victimization

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.3.10 – Identify the various theories of victimization.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Understand

 

Chapter_5_Public_Policing_and_Private_Security

 

 

1. ​Which arrangement in early English society required that every person in a village be responsible for protecting the settlement from thieves?

 

a.

​The runner system

 

b.

​Community policing

 

c.

​The pledge system

 

d.

​The watch system

 

ANSWER:  

c

REFERENCES:  

The History of the Police

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.5.1 – Recount the early development of the police in England.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

2. The _____ was created in 1326 under the watch system of policing to assist the shire reeve in controlling the county.​

 

a.

​Deputy position

 

b.

​Constable position

 

c.

​Bobbie position

 

d.

​Justice of the peace

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

The History of the Police

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.5.1 – Recount the early development of the police in England.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

3. What was the name of the organized private police that patrolled in eighteenth-century England?​

 

a.

​Constables

 

b.

​Shire reeves

 

c.

​Bobbies

 

d.

​Thief takers

 

ANSWER:  

d

REFERENCES:  

The History of the Police

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.5.1 – Recount the early development of the police in England.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

4. English police officers are known as bobbies because:​

 

a.

​The tails of the horses they rode were cut short (bobbed).

 

b.

​Sir Robert (Bobbie) Peel was responsible for their creation.

 

c.

​The first name Robert and its accompanying nickname Bobbie were extremely common among the first generation of English police.

 

d.

​They were paid in shillings, for which the slang term was “bob.”

 

ANSWER:  

b

REFERENCES:  

The History of the Police

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.5.1 – Recount the early development of the police in England.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

5. Which of the following was not one of Sir Robert Peel’s nine principles of policing?​

 

a.

​The basic mission for which the police exist is to make arrests and aid in convictions.

 

b.

​The ability of the police to perform their duties is dependent on public approval of police actions.

 

c.

​Police must secure the willing cooperation of the public in voluntary observance of the law in order to secure and maintain public respect.

 

d.

​Police preserve public favor by constantly demonstrating absolute impartial service to the law.

 

ANSWER:  

a

REFERENCES:  

The History of the Police

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

ITCJ.SIWO.16.5.1 – Recount the early development of the police in England.

KEYWORDS:  

Bloom’s: Remember

 

 

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