Test bank for understanding violence and victimization 6th edition by meadows

Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank CHAPTER MEASURING AND UNDERSTANDING VIOLENCE Chapter Multiple Choice Select the best answer to each question What type of violence is committed every day in our homes, schools, businesses, and on the streets, that includes acts such as murder, assault, and robbery? a Interpersonal violence b Personal violence c Violent crime d Nonviolent crime Answer: a Objective: Be able to explain the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic Which of the following is/are cause(s) of violent crimes? a Dysfunctional families and communities b Drug addiction c Mental illness d All of the above Answer: d Objective: Be able to explain the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Intermediate The fear of violence results from: a Interactions with co-workers b Family c Neighbors d Past victimizations Answer: d Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Basic Although studies have found that women and the elderly report higher levels of fear of crime than men and younger people, these two groups are: a Much more likely to be victimized by crime b About equally likely to be victimized by crime c Much less likely to be victimized by crime 55 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ d None of the above Answer: c Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Intermediate Information on violent and nonviolent crime is available from which two major sources? a Uniform Crime Report and National Incident-Based Reporting System b Uniform Crime Report and National Crime Victimization Survey c National Crime Victimization Survey and National Incident-Based Reporting System d National Crime Victimization Survey and Bureau of Justice Statistics Answer: b Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate The Uniform Crime Report includes which of the following? a Offenses known to the police b Offenses not known to the police c Offenses committed by juveniles only d Offenses that not require prison time Answer: a Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Basic Which of the following accurately describes the purpose of the Uniform Crime Report? a To enable law enforcement agencies to exchange information about reported crime b To allow law enforcement agencies to arrest fugitives from other jurisdictions c To assist law enforcement agencies in future crime planning and control d Both a and c Answer: a Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate Which of the following is a limitation of the Uniform Crime Report? a Including too much information about victims b Over-reporting c The dark figure of crime d Detailed reports of crime incidents Answer: c 56 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate The dark figure of crime can be defined as: a Over-reported crime b Unreported crime c Crime that occurs at night d Crime that has yet to occur Answer: b Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Basic 10 The National Crime Victimization Survey includes which of the following? a Incidents not reported to the police b Detailed reports of crime incidents c Trends affecting victims d All of the above Answer: d Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate 11 Data from the National Crime Victimization Survey is gathered from: a Local police b The FBI c Surveys d Newspapers Answer: c Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Basic 12 Crime statistics provide: a Demographic factors associated with violence, which allow researchers to conclude the basic reasons b Demographic factors not associated with violence c Demographic factors associated with violence, without providing the underlying reasons d Demographic factors not associated with violence, without providing the underlying reasons Answer: c Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: Level: Intermediate 57 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ 13 The Violent Criminal Apprehension Program (VICAP) is a nationwide data center designed to which of the following? a Collect, collate, and analyze information about crimes of violence b Send out collected information to international agencies c Work without assistance from other agencies d All of the above Answer: a Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: Level: Intermediate 14 The fear of crime victimization strongly relates to which of the following distinct factors? a Low household income b Affluent household income c Low household income and being a woman d Affluent household income and being a woman Answer: c Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Intermediate 15 Which category of people is most fearful of violent crimes? a Men b Women c Juveniles d Both men and women Answer: b Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Basic 16 Research suggests that a child who comes from a home where a parent abuses alcohol is most likely to which of the following? a Develop alcohol abuse problems, especially males b Be least likely to be separated from their biological parents c Not develop violent criminal behaviors later in life d Develop formidable and lasting relationships Answer: a Objective: Become familiar with some general reasons for violent behavior Page number: 10 Level: Intermediate 17 Which type of influence includes factors that increase violent behaviors because of risks associated with dysfunctional relationships among family members? 58 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ a Neighborhood b Community c Religious d Familial Answer: d Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 12 Level: Basic 18 Typically, children who grow up in which type of homes have much higher risks of becoming drug or alcohol abusers? a Violent b Loving c Over-protective d Nurturing Answer: a Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 13 Level: Basic 19 In order to identify the root causes of individual violence, we need to examine: a The familiar influence b The peer group influence c The community influence d The individual person and his or her environment Answer: d Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 13 Level: Intermediate 20 What can be described as a complex term encompassing riots, gang wars, etc.? a Group influences b Individual influences c Familiar influences d Community influences Answer: d Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 14 Level: Basic Chapter True-False Select the best answer to each question Interpersonal violence is committed every day in our homes, schools, businesses, and on the streets 59 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ a True b False Answer: a Objective: Be able to understand the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic Violent offenders tend to be disenfranchised street criminals or predatory gang members a True b False Answer: a Objective: Be able to understand the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic In many communities, the right to be free from fear has been replaced by the knowledge that most people will not be victims of violence at some time in their lives a True b False Answer: b Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Intermediate Studies have found that men and juveniles report higher levels of fear of crime a True b False Answer: b Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Intermediate Those individuals who are most fearful actually report the least victimization a True b False Answer: a Objective: Learn about the fear of crime Page number: Level: Basic The Uniform Crime Report and the National Victimization Survey are two very instrumental sources of data on victimization a True b False Answer: a 60 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate The Uniform Crime Report gives an accurate number as to how much crime there really is a True b False Answer: b Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Basic The Uniform Crime Report is a nationwide reporting program that requires the participation of all police departments a True b False Answer: b Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate The National Crime Victimization Survey includes a detailed report of crime incidents, victims involved, and trends affecting victims a True b False Answer: a Objective: Learn about reported and unreported crime Page number: Level: Intermediate 10 Crime statistics provide us with demographic factors associated with violence, but the underlying reasons are not included a True b False Answer: a Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic 11 The least important factor for delinquency and violence stems from individual and family influences a True b False Answer: a Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime 61 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Page number: Level: Intermediate 12 How one is raised and the type of early socialization and community influences have something to with the future behavior of an individual a True b False Answer: a Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: 12 Level: Intermediate 13 Familial influences include factors that decrease violent behavior because of the risks associated with dysfunctional relationships among family members a True b False Answer: b Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: 12 Level: Intermediate 14 Children who grow up in violent homes have a much higher risk of becoming drug and alcohol abusers or being involved in abusive relationships a True b False Answer: a Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 13 Level: Intermediate 15 Interpersonal violence is a complex term that encompasses riots and gang wars a True b False Answer: b Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 14 Level: Basic Chapter Fill in the Blank The fear-victimization paradox is the concept of who is fearful and who should be fearful of Answer: victimization Objective: Be able to understand the meaning of violent crime 62 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Page number: Level: Difficult The Uniform Crime Reports includes offenses to law enforcement agencies Answer: reported Objective: Be able to understand the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic The dark figure of crime is also known as crime Answer: unreported Objective: Be able to understand the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic The National Crime Victimization Survey includes a report of data on crime incidents, victims involved, and trends affecting victims Answer: detailed Objective: Be able to understand the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic The study of violence considers the interplay between individual, familial and influences experienced by a person Answer: community Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: Level: Difficult The most important risk factors for delinquency stem from individual and influences Answer: family Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: Level: Difficult The rise in violent crime parallels the rise in families abandoned by Answer: fathers Objective: Become familiar with some general reasons for violent behavior 63 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Page number: 12 Level: Basic Research suggests that some children turn to and substance abuse to compensate for their broken or poor family environments and upbringings Answer: violence Objective: Understand the impact of violent crime Page number: 14 Level: Intermediate Community violence includes and gang wars Answer: riots Objective: Understanding the dynamics of violence Page number: 14 Level: Difficult 10 A disorderly community promotes violence because there are opportunities for criminal behavior Answer: many Objective: Understanding the dynamics of violence Page number: 15 Level: Intermediate Chapter Matching Match the key terns listed in Column to the description in Column Use each description only once Fear-victimization paradox a Refers to all of the crime that goes unreported Uniform Crime Reports b Increased violent behavior because of risks associated with dysfunctional relationships among family members Dark figure of crime c Nationwide data center designed to collect, collate, and analyze information about crimes of violence Familial influences d Identifies biological and personal traits that increase the likelihood of becoming a perpetrator of violence Individual influences e The concept of who is fearful and who should be fearful of victimization Violent Criminal Apprehension Program f Influences that include riots and gang (VICAP) wars 64 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ MAOA gene Community influences g Reports published by the FBI that include offenses reported to law enforcement agencies h Breaks down key neurotransmitters, or message-carrying chemicals, linked with mood, aggression, and pleasure *e *g *a *b *d *c *f *h Level: Basic Chapter Essay Summarize why only some violent crimes are reported to the police What factors determine whether a crime is reported? Answer: Answers should include fear of retaliation, fear of embarrassment, and whether or not the offense is viewed as a private matter Victims may be involved in the criminal activity and the seriousness of the offense Objective: Be able to explain the meaning of violent crime Page number: Level: Basic Discuss the Uniform Crime Reports and National Crime Victimization Survey Discuss how they are similar Discuss how they differ Answer: Answers should address the point that the UCR only includes offenses known to the police The NCVS includes offenses not reported to the police The UCR and NCVS both try to give a picture as to how much crime actually occurs Objective: Be able to explain the meaning of violent crime Page number: 3-6 Level: Intermediate Summarize the different influences of violence Discuss the key factors Discuss why some individuals raised in violent dysfunctional families or communities not become violent 65 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Test Bank for Understanding Violence and Victimization 6th Edition by Meadows Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/ Answer: Answers should include individual influences (biological factors, familial influences), dysfunctional familial relationships, and community influences (includes gang wars and riots) Objective: Understand the dynamics of violence Page number: 7-14 Level: Difficult Chapter Critical Thinking What are some potential explanations for the fear and effect of violent crime? Answer: Answers should include these potential items past victimizations: the media, interactions with people who are knowledgeable about or have witnessed crime, and the fear-victimization paradox Objective: Be able to explain the meaning of crime Page number: Level: Difficult Develop an argument that genetics is a powerful factor in predicting behavior Answer: Answers should mention biological and personal traits, mental illness, ADHD, MOAO gene, and exposure to toxins Objective: Become familiar with some general reasons for violent behavior Page number: Level: Difficult 66 Full file at https://TestbankDirect.eu/