Question 1

Mackintosh led a gang-like group of men called the ___________&#10;A) Outskirts&#10;B) Nickers&#10;C) South Enders&#10;D) Fly Boys

Accepted Answer

The sentence directly states that Mackintosh led a group of men called the "South Enders." The other choices are not mentioned and do not provide any relevant information.

Question 2

Ebenezer Mackintosh's gang looted several gov't officials protesting&#10;A) The Stamp Act&#10;B) The Boston Tea Party&#10;C) Social Inequality&#10;D) The Revolutionary War

Accepted Answer

The Stamp Act was a tax on printed materials imposed by the British government on the American colonies. Many colonists, including government officials, were outraged by this tax and protested against it. Ebenezer Mackintosh's gang took advantage of this opportunity to loot the officials who were protesting against the Stamp Act.

Question 3

The first criminal US gang with a definite acknowledged leadership was called the&#10;A) Five Points&#10;B) Sons of Anarchy&#10;C) Pug Uglies&#10;D) Forty Thieves

Accepted Answer

The Forty Thieves, operating in the Five Points district of New York City in the early 19th century, are recognized as the first criminal gang in the United States with a definite acknowledged leadership.

Question 4

The existence of early Juvenile gangs was blamed on what system?&#10;A) Slavery&#10;B) Apprentice&#10;C) Child-Labor&#10;D) Orphanage

Accepted Answer

The apprentice system is often blamed for the early existence of juvenile gangs, as it placed young individuals in environments that could foster criminal behavior, lacking proper supervision and support.

Question 5

In what decade was the American version of the Mafia established in NY?&#10;A) 1890&#10;B) 1900&#10;C) 1910&#10;D) 1930

Accepted Answer

The American version of the Mafia was established in New York City in the 1900s.

Question 6

Mafia groups capitalized on ________________from 1920-1933&#10;A) Great Migration&#10;B) Slave trades&#10;C) Prohibition&#10;D) Young gangs

Accepted Answer

Prohibition refers to the period in American history from 1920-1933 when the sale, production, and transportation of alcoholic beverages was illegal. During this time, Mafia groups saw an opportunity to make large profits by producing and distributing illegal alcohol. They became major players in the black market for alcohol and used their connections and influence to gain power and control in various cities.

Question 7

In a recent analysis what percentage of gangs affect suburban areas?&#10;A) 25.8&#10;B) 35.5&#10;C) 5.5&#10;D) 16

Accepted Answer

According to recent studies, 25.8% of gangs have an impact on suburban areas.

Question 8

The most essential feature of the criminal gang is that its members routinely engage in ____________________&#10;A) Looting&#10;B) Meeting with gang leaders&#10;C) Confrontation with police&#10;D) Unlawful violent behavior

Accepted Answer

Unlawful violent behavior is the defining characteristic of criminal gangs, distinguishing them from other criminal organizations such as white-collar crime syndicates or drug cartels. The members of criminal gangs use violence and intimidation to control territories, engage in drug trafficking and other illegal activities, and protect their interests from rivals and law enforcement.

Question 9

The four recurrent themes that exist among a representative sampling of gang definitions are 1) self-recognition 2) perception and labeling by the community 3) delinquent or criminal acts 4) __________________

A) Drug and or alcohol use
B) An actual or willingness to use violence and force
C) Wearing colors to distinguish from other groups
D) Doing or willing to do jail time

Accepted Answer

The fourth recurrent theme among gang definitions is the actual or willingness to use violence and force. This is often tied to the group's hierarchy and reputation, as well as their involvement in criminal activities. The use of violence and force is seen as a way to protect the gang's territory, members, or criminal enterprises, and is often a key feature of their identity.

Question 10

A group is a gang when&#10;A) It becomes large enough and violent enough to be labeled by the local police&#10;B) It has a defined leadership with a group color&#10;C) It exits for or benefits substantially from the continuing criminal activity of its members&#10;D) It has a name that has become known to the local community and law enforcement

Accepted Answer

A group can be classified as a gang when it exists for or significantly benefits from the continued criminal activity of its members. While the other options also have some association with gang activity, they do not definitively make a group a gang. For example, having a group color and defined leadership may simply be indicative of a social club or team, while having a known name may simply be due to the group's visibility in the neighborhood or community. However, when a group is primarily focused on criminal activities, such as drug trafficking or extortion, it can be classified as a gang.

Question 11

Theorists have examined the gang from the standpoint of&#10;A) A small violent community&#10;B) A Mafia like family&#10;C) Color coordinated criminals&#10;D) A group or self-affiliated tribe

Accepted Answer

The answer of Theorists have examined the gang from the...

Question 12

Reasons for joining a gang include all the following, except&#10;A) Self-awareness&#10;B) A desire to belong to something&#10;C) Protection from other hostile gangs&#10;D) Perceived opportunities for power or economic success

Accepted Answer

The answer of Reasons for joining a gang include all...

Question 13

According to Edwin Sutherland learning criminal behavior occurs&#10;A) During periods of isolation&#10;B) In intimate personal groups&#10;C) While playing video games&#10;D) Before joining a gang

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Edwin Sutherland learning criminal behavior...

Question 14

Sanchez-Jankowski observed that gangs were a natural response in the competition for&#10;A) Recognition&#10;B) Territory&#10;C) Scarce resources&#10;D) Social order

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sanchez-Jankowski observed that gangs were a natural...

Question 15

The game theorist Bourdieu assumes that _________and _____________ are closely related.&#10;A) Economic capital, venture capital&#10;B) Economic capital, social capital&#10;C) Compensation, street cred&#10;D) Social capital and street capital

Accepted Answer

The answer of The game theorist Bourdieu assumes that _________and...

Deck 1: Gang and Organized Crime History and Foundations