Question 1

Between 2002 and 2008,there has been a __________ percent increase in gang activity in the United States.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Gang Center, there was a 15% increase in gang activity in the United States between 2002 and 2008. This information is based on data collected from law enforcement agencies across the country.

Question 2

According to the drug classification schedule,drugs in the DEA schedule __________
Have the highest potential for abuse,unpredictable effects and no generally accepted medical use.

Accepted Answer

DEA schedule I drugs are considered to have the highest potential for abuse and dependence, as well as no currently accepted medical use. Examples include heroin, LSD, and marijuana.

Question 3

The largest amount of gang members belong to__________.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Gang Center, the largest proportion of gang members belong to neighborhood-based gangs. These gangs often form in response to social and economic factors within their local communities. Drug gangs and outlaw motorcycle gangs are also well-known types of gangs, but they tend to have smaller membership numbers than neighborhood-based gangs. Criminal gangs is a broad term that can refer to any group involved in criminal activity, including gang activity, and therefore, doesn't represent a distinct type of gang.

Question 4

Crime control includes enforcement at the local level and source control at the national and international level.

Accepted Answer

Crime control involves efforts to prevent and deter crime through various measures, including enforcing laws at the local level and targeting the sources of illegal activity at the national and international level.

Question 5

When looking at a gang,law enforcement ranks __________ as the most important.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When looking at a gang,law enforcement ranks...

Question 6

To curtail the use of drugs,in 1914 the federal government passed the __________.

Accepted Answer

The Harrison Narcotics Act was passed in 1914 to regulate and tax the production, importation, and distribution of opium and coca products. It was one of the first federal efforts to control drug use and addiction in the United States. The Wickersham Crime Bill, RICO Act, Drug Enforcement Act, and National Drug Control Strategy were all passed at later dates and focused on different aspects of drug control and law enforcement.

Question 7

Wannabees are youths who dress and act like gang members.

Accepted Answer

Wannabees, also known as gang posers or pretendas, mimic the style, behavior, and language of gang members in order to appear tough or intimidating. However, they are not actual members of the gang and typically do not engage in criminal activity.

Question 8

The most socially accepted of the illegal drugs is__________.

Accepted Answer

While all of these drugs are illegal, marijuana is often viewed as the most socially accepted due to its widespread use and increasing legalization in some states and countries. Crack, cocaine, heroin, and PCP are all highly stigmatized and associated with dangerous and destructive behavior.

Question 9

Female gang involvement is decreasing.

Accepted Answer

Research and reports indicate that female gang involvement has either remained stable or increased in various regions, challenging the notion that it is decreasing.

Question 10

Community mobilization refers to involving local citizens,including former gang-involved youths,community groups and agencies,and coordination of programs and staff functions within and across agencies.

Accepted Answer

Community mobilization does involve local citizens, groups, and agencies, as well as coordination of programs and staff functions.

Question 11

The most prolific club drug that draws the attention of law enforcement today is Ecstasy.

Accepted Answer

Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, is one of the most commonly used club drugs and is a significant focus of law enforcement efforts.

Question 12

In most states,narcotics and other dangerous drugs may be sold without a prescription.

Accepted Answer

Narcotics and other dangerous drugs are generally classified as Schedule I or Schedule II drugs, which require a prescription from a licensed healthcare professional in order to be dispensed. There are some exceptions for certain over-the-counter medications containing limited amounts of Schedule V drugs, but in general, the statement is false.

Question 13

Amphetamines__________.

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines do not increase appetite, cause mental depression or decrease hyperactivity. Instead, they are stimulants that increase focus, attention, and alertness.

Question 14

Stacking refers to gang members creating walls around their territory.

Accepted Answer

Stacking refers to the act of showing off gang signs or symbols with the hands, typically in a photo or video. Creating walls around their territory is known as "claiming" or "marking turf."

Question 15

Hallucinogens__________.

Accepted Answer

Hallucinogens produce distortion, intensify sensory perceptions and lessen the ability to discriminate between fact and fantasy. These drugs alter the user's perception of reality and can lead to visual, auditory, and sensory illusions. They also affect mood, thought patterns, and behavior. Some common examples of hallucinogens include LSD, peyote, psilocybin mushrooms, and DMT.

Question 16

The most used strategy to address gang problems reported in the PERF survey was opportunities provision.

Accepted Answer

The most used strategy to address gang problems reported in the PERF (Police Executive Research Forum) survey was suppression, which includes tactics such as arrests, raids, and increased police presence, rather than opportunities provision, which involves providing alternatives and support to deter individuals from joining gangs.

Question 17

Cocaine use was common in the United States by the 1880s.

Accepted Answer

Cocaine use became increasingly popular in the US during the late 1800s, particularly among middle and upper-class citizens, and by the 1880s it was considered a mainstream drug.

Question 18

The most frequent drug arrest is for possession or use of__________.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), marijuana possession is the most frequent drug arrest in the United States. In 2019, there were 545,602 arrests for marijuana-related offenses, compared to 172,931 arrests for all other drugs combined.

Question 19

The Justice Department's National Drug Intelligence Center provides an annual report describing __________.

Accepted Answer

The Justice Department's National Drug Intelligence Center provides an annual report describing the availability and distribution of common drugs.

Question 20

According to the drug classification table,drugs in the DEA level I have numerous accepted medical uses and highly predictable side effects.

Accepted Answer

Drugs in the DEA level I, also known as Schedule I drugs, are considered to have no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse and dependence. They are not prescribed by doctors and have unpredictable and dangerous side effects.

Quiz 9: Gangs And Drugs: Threats To Our National Security