Question 1

Discuss the differences between the terms delinquent child, neglected child, and dependent child. Originally, which type of child was the juvenile system intended to focus on? Which type of child does it primarily focus on today?

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Question 2

Describe the major historical movements that shaped the changes over time in how juvenile justice is approached in the United States.

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Question 3

The Act is a federal law that was passed in 1988 that requires states to determine whether the proportion of minorities in confinement exceeds their proportion in the community.

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Question 4

The alone is not enough to predict whether or not a juvenile convicted of a crime is someone whom society should fear.

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Question 5

One of the most widespread new intermediate sanctions for juveniles is .

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Question 6

The youthfulness of juveniles is a double-edged sword: they change more easily than adults but also have higher rates of _________.

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Question 7

High-profile gang criminality and recent school shootings have ended the of juvenile correctional work.

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Question 8

Compare and contrast the juvenile and adult correctional process. Be sure to highlight and address philosophical, procedural, and programmatic similarities and differences.

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Question 9

As policy makers around the country rethink the get-tough approach to juvenile justice, a new policy ethic based on
is developing.

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Question 10

Most gangs are not , and many gang members may actually engage in positive social behaviors.

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Question 11

The term refers to the fact that many youths who fail in school end up in prison.

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Question 12

Evidence-based juvenile corrections include an emphasis on in the community.

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Question 13

The Elizabethan established the basis for officials to take charge of vagrant and delinquent children.

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Question 14

One of the objectives of -based programs is to improve the academic performance of at-risk youth.

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Question 15

A child is one who is not receiving proper care because of action or inaction of parents.

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Question 16

Identify and discuss four distinct sanctions for juveniles. Discuss how these differ from adult sanctions.

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Question 17

A(n) is the transfer of a juvenile to an adult court.

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Question 18

When Americans are asked to identify the serious problems facing children, they cite and crime.

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Question 19

Describe the major trends currently shaping the juvenile justice system.

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Question 20

What do you think is the best reason for having different juvenile and adult correction systems? Explain your answer.

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Quiz 17: Corrections for Juveniles