Question 1

The classical view of corrections holds that humans are the product of environmental and cultural influences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Retribution and incapacitation are both proactive responses to crime.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Jail differs from prison in that its inmates are there for shorter terms, usually for less serious crimes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

What are the four basic ideologies underlying corrections? Explain how these ideologies might overlap, using examples.

Accepted Answer

The four basic ideologies underlying cor

Question 5

Outline and discuss the four correctional ideologies and identify the model associated with each.

Accepted Answer

The four basic ideologies underlying cor

Question 6

requires offenders to remain in their homes during specified times and to adhere to a strict curfew.

Accepted Answer

The answer of requires offenders to remain in their homes...

Question 7

Lex talionis is based on the notion of "an eye for an eye."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Probation is most often used with

Accepted Answer

A)  first-time offenders. 
B)  property offenders. 
C)  nonviolent offenders. 
D)  low-risk offenders. 
E)  all of these choices. 
A)  first-time offenders. 
B)  property offenders. 
C)  nonviolent offenders. 
D)  low-risk offenders. 
E)  all of these choices.

Question 9

Just like adults in reentry, the juvenile system uses _________  for juveniles returning to the public after being detained.

Accepted Answer

A)  furlough 
B)  aftercare 
C)  houses of refuge 
D)  postrelease care (PR
C)  
A)  furlough 
B)  aftercare 
C)  houses of refuge 
D)  postrelease care (PR
C)

Question 10

Using deterrence as an example to society of the consequences of crime is called

Accepted Answer

A)  recidivism. 
B)  rehabilitation. 
C)  incapacitation. 
D)  specific deterrence. 
E)  general deterrence. 
A)  recidivism. 
B)  rehabilitation. 
C)  incapacitation. 
D)  specific deterrence. 
E)  general deterrence.

Question 11

Jails differ from lockups in that lockups, commonly located in city halls or police stations, are

Accepted Answer

A)  controlled by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. 
B)  authorized to hold individuals for up to 30 days. 
C)  temporary holding facilities. 
D)  subject to a low turnover rate. 
A)  controlled by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. 
B)  authorized to hold individuals for up to 30 days. 
C)  temporary holding facilities. 
D)  subject to a low turnover rate.

Question 12

What are the four primary purposes of corrections? Which purpose involves compensating for a loss, damage, or injury? Which purpose is the oldest? Which purpose serves as an example to society of the consequences of crime? Which purpose makes it impossible for offenders to commit further offenses? Which purpose is aimed at specific offenders, attempting to make the consequence of crime so severe the individual will not want to reoffend? Which do you feel is the most effective purpose? Why? Which do you feel is the least effective? Why?

Accepted Answer

The four primary purposes of corrections

Question 13

A court-ordered disposition alternative through which an adjudicated offender is placed under control, supervision, and care in lieu of imprisonment.

Accepted Answer

A)  day reporting 
B)  house arrest 
C)  parole 
D)  probation 
E)  all of these choices 
A)  day reporting 
B)  house arrest 
C)  parole 
D)  probation 
E)  all of these choices

Question 14

The American Correctional Association recommends that the term ___________ replace the term "guard."

Accepted Answer

"correctio

Question 15

Outline and discuss the concept of community corrections, including its central goals.

Accepted Answer

Community corrections includes any activ

Question 16

Nonresidential facilities where offenders must appear daily are called ________ .

Accepted Answer

day report

Question 17

The primary focus of juvenile corrections has traditionally been, and continues to be,

Accepted Answer

A)  treatment. 
B)  punishment. 
C)  education. 
D)  rehabilitation. 
E)  counseling. 
A)  treatment. 
B)  punishment. 
C)  education. 
D)  rehabilitation. 
E)  counseling.

Question 18

Outline and discuss the differences and similarities between probation and parole.

Accepted Answer

Probation and parole are both forms of s

Question 19

Deterrence sees corrections as a way to prevent future crimes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Correctional alternatives for juveniles include

Accepted Answer

A)  probation. 
B)  incarceration. 
C)  intermediate sanctions. 
D)  the death penalty. 
E)  all of these choices. 
A)  probation. 
B)  incarceration. 
C)  intermediate sanctions. 
D)  the death penalty. 
E)  all of these choices.

The classical view of corrections holds that humans are the product of environmental and cultural influences.

Retribution and incapacitation are both proactive responses to crime.

Jail differs from prison in that its inmates are there for shorter terms, usually for less serious crimes.

What are the four basic ideologies underlying corrections? Explain how these ideologies might overlap, using examples.

Outline and discuss the four correctional ideologies and identify the model associated with each.

requires offenders to remain in their homes during specified times and to adhere to a strict curfew.

Lex talionis is based on the notion of "an eye for an eye."

Probation is most often used with

Just like adults in reentry, the juvenile system uses _________ for juveniles returning to the public after being detained.

Using deterrence as an example to society of the consequences of crime is called

Jails differ from lockups in that lockups, commonly located in city halls or police stations, are

A court-ordered disposition alternative through which an adjudicated offender is placed under control, supervision, and care in lieu of imprisonment.

The American Correctional Association recommends that the term ___________ replace the term "guard."

Outline and discuss the concept of community corrections, including its central goals.

Nonresidential facilities where offenders must appear daily are called ________ .

The primary focus of juvenile corrections has traditionally been, and continues to be,

Outline and discuss the differences and similarities between probation and parole.

Deterrence sees corrections as a way to prevent future crimes.

Correctional alternatives for juveniles include

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Exam 14: Corrections

The classical view of corrections holds that humans are the product of environmental and cultural influences.

Retribution and incapacitation are both proactive responses to crime.

Jail differs from prison in that its inmates are there for shorter terms, usually for less serious crimes.

What are the four basic ideologies underlying corrections? Explain how these ideologies might overlap, using examples.

Outline and discuss the four correctional ideologies and identify the model associated with each.

requires offenders to remain in their homes during specified times and to adhere to a strict curfew.

Lex talionis is based on the notion of "an eye for an eye."

Probation is most often used with

Just like adults in reentry, the juvenile system uses _________ for juveniles returning to the public after being detained.

Using deterrence as an example to society of the consequences of crime is called

Jails differ from lockups in that lockups, commonly located in city halls or police stations, are

A court-ordered disposition alternative through which an adjudicated offender is placed under control, supervision, and care in lieu of imprisonment.

The American Correctional Association recommends that the term ___________ replace the term "guard."

Outline and discuss the concept of community corrections, including its central goals.

Nonresidential facilities where offenders must appear daily are called ________ .

The primary focus of juvenile corrections has traditionally been, and continues to be,

Outline and discuss the differences and similarities between probation and parole.

Deterrence sees corrections as a way to prevent future crimes.

Correctional alternatives for juveniles include

The Evolution of Law Enforcement

The American Quest for Freedom and Justice Our Laws

Crime in the United States Offenses Offenders and Victims

Today S Police and Police Agency an Overview

Policing in a Post 9 11 Society

Patrol the Backbone of Policing

Specialized Roles of Police

Policing Within the Law

Issues Concerning Police Conduct

Gangs and Drugs Threats to Our National Security

Terrorism and Homeland Security

Becoming a Law Enforcement Professional

Us Courts

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