Deck 11: The Function of Corrections

Question 1

Which type of deterrence has a goal of discouraging others from future offending?

A) Absolute
B) Marginal
C) General
D) Specific

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The period of the 1960's through 1974 has been called the:

A) Get tough era
B) Rehabilitative era
C) Progressive movement
D) Outlaw era

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Net widening refers to:

A) Placing more offenders in prison
B) Providing diversion programs to those who would otherwise receive jail or prison
C) Diversion programs being used for minor crimes instead of the intended offenders
D) Legal barriers that remove civil rights such as voting

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The focus of correctional punishment since the 1980's has largely been rehabilitative

Question 5

Increased availability of diversion programs has resulted in net widening

Question 6

The majority of felony offenders are given a prison or jail sentence

Question 7

Single parent households are considered a collateral cost of imprisonment