Ch 2 Quiz Questions And Answers

Question 1

Local, county, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement agencies submit crime data annually to the FBI for the Uniform Crime Report. This is known as the hierarchy rule.

TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 1

FALSE

Question 2

Some parts of Fresno have higher crime rates (and higher victimization rates) than others. Research suggests that, historically, the areas closest to the city center have higher structural density, lower socioeconomic status, residential mobility, and ethnic heterogeneity. Combined, these factors result in low collective efficacy. Concentrated disadvantage and social disorganization can lead to crime. Which of the following aligns with this theoretical perspective?

Answer 2

Neighborhood Context

Question 3

Which of the following describes the source of data included in the Uniform Crime Report?

Answer 3

Law enforcement agencies

Question 4

Which of the following is not true about the role of alcohol in victimization?

Answer 4

Correct answer:

If an individual drinks alcohol, it is their fault for putting themselves in a situation that could result in vicitmization.

Question 5

According to Sampson and Laub (1993), these social bonds can help people desist (stop) criminal behavior as they emerge into adulthood.

Answer 5

Marriage and Employment.

Question 6

Crimes are mostly committed by:

Answer 6

Someone known to the victim.

Question 7

The National Crime Victimization Survey includes data on homicides.
TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 7

FALSE

Question 8

Many homes are broken into during the day while individuals are at work. Which of the following is a potential theoretical explanation for this trend?

Answer 8

Routine Activities Theory

Question 9

Theories of offending can help us understand victimization.
TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 9

TRUE