Question 1

What city developed the first colonial "night watch" in 1631?

Accepted Answer

The first colonial night watch was developed in Boston in 1631.

Question 2

Which professional association initiated the certification process for "Certified Protection Professionals", also called the CPP, to increase the professionalism in their organization?

Accepted Answer

The American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) initiated the certification process for "Certified Protection Professionals" (CPP) to increase the professionalism in their organization.

Question 3

Even though there was enough crime to justify forming a civil police force, most people did not want a formal, professional force because it was a threat to their freedom and:

Accepted Answer

The passage states that most people did not want a formal, professional force because it was a threat to their freedom and "too costly." Therefore, option B is the best choice. Option A is not mentioned as a reason why people did not want a formal police force. Option C is not a logical reason for not wanting a police force, and option D is not mentioned in the passage.

Question 4

What did the Railway Police Act actually do?

Accepted Answer

The Railway Police Act allowed railroads to establish proprietary security forces to protect their property, passengers, and employees. It did not establish AMTRAC, arm all railway employees, or create the death penalty for train robbery.

Question 5

The word security comes from the Latin word that literally means "without care," "free from care," "free from danger," or "safe.The Latin word was:

Accepted Answer

The Latin word for security is "securus," which literally means "without care," "free from care," "free from danger," or "safe."

Question 6

Congress began investigations of private security firms as a result of the strikebreaking debacle at the Carnegie Steel Works in 1892.The result was that many states:

Accepted Answer

Many states passed laws prohibiting armed mercenaries from entering their borders to prevent private security firms from being used as strikebreakers.

Question 7

In Early England, which individuals served as a type of private police force and were paid a bounty, essentially, for every criminal they arrested?

Accepted Answer

Thief-takers were individuals who captured criminals and turned them in to authorities for a fee or bounty. They were often hired by victims or their families to apprehend the accused, and they were considered a type of private police force.

Question 8

Pinkerton advanced the cause of international police cooperation by sharing information with the:

Accepted Answer

Pinkerton worked closely with the French Surete to share information and establish a system for tracking down international criminals. This helped to advance the cause of international police cooperation and improve the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts.

Question 9

The first comprehensive studies of the U.S.private security industry were known collectively as:

Accepted Answer

The Hallcrest Report was the first comprehensive study of the U.S. private security industry.

Question 10

The development of private security in the United States can be traced back to which individual?

Accepted Answer

Allan Pinkerton, a Scottish immigrant, founded the Pinkerton National Detective Agency in 1850. This agency is considered to be the first private security company in the United States and played a significant role in law enforcement and national security during the Civil War era. Pinkerton and his agency specialized in detective work, investigations, and undercover operations. His legacy as a pioneer in the field of private security is still recognized today.

Question 11

Because of concerns related to espionage after the U.S.entered into World War II, night watchmen and security personnel were officially designated as auxiliaries of what service?

Accepted Answer

During World War II, night watchmen and security personnel were designated as auxiliaries of the Army to enhance domestic security and protect against espionage.

Question 12

In 1828, the Metropolitan Police Act, which created the now famous "Bobbies," was passed by:

Accepted Answer

The "Bobbies" were named after Sir Robert Peel, who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the creator of the Metropolitan Police Act in 1828. Henry Fielding and John Fielding were not involved in the creation of the Metropolitan Police Act, although they were famous for their work in establishing the Bow Street Runners, a precursor to modern policing. Daniel McNaghten was a Scottish woodturner who was involved in a famous criminal case in 1843, which led to the creation of the "McNaghten rules" for determining legal insanity.

Question 13

Which individuals formed an agency that was responsible for the formation of American Express, a company which was responsible for transporting bank documents and is still in business today?

Accepted Answer

Wells and Fargo formed the agency that would later become American Express.

Question 14

What report attributed both the fear of crime and the limits of the police to provide protection, to the rise in employment in the area of private security and away from public policing?

Accepted Answer

The Hallcrest Report is known for attributing the fear of crime and the limitations of public policing to the rise of private security employment.

Question 15

Henry Fielding, an English Magistrate, is credited with developing the first private investigative agency, which was called the:

Accepted Answer

Henry Fielding developed the Bow Street Runners in 1748 as a way to combat crime in London. It was the first official police force in England and consisted of eight men who were paid a salary to apprehend criminals. They were considered the first private detectives in history. The Bow Street Runners were later absorbed into the Metropolitan Police Force in 1829.

Question 16

Which individual is responsible for the development of the armored car used to carry money and valuables, which led to the world's largest armored car company?

Accepted Answer

Washington Perry Brinks is responsible for the development of the armored car used to carry money and valuables, which led to the world's largest armored car company, Brinks Inc. William Burns was a famous detective and founder of the private detective agency, the William J. Burns International Detective Agency. William Fargo and Henry Wells were the founders of Wells Fargo & Company, a pioneer in the transportation and delivery of mail and goods across the Western United States.

Question 17

Aristotle stated that "every art and every inquiry and similarly every action and choice is thought to aim at some good".This is quoted from:

Accepted Answer

This statement is from Aristotle's book called "Nicomachean Ethics", specifically in Book I, chapter 1. The book is dedicated to exploring the concept of ethics and what it means to live a virtuous life.

Question 18

In the 1950s, five security professionals met to discuss problems that they were experiencing that were affecting their businesses.This led to the formation of which organization?

Accepted Answer

The American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) was founded in 1955 by five security professionals who were experiencing problems affecting their businesses. ASIS is now the largest organization for security professionals with over 35,000 members worldwide.

Question 19

Which group was formed in the early 20th century as a central repository of criminal information involving the theft of automobiles, and developed a theft database?

Accepted Answer

The National Automobile Theft Bureau (NATB) was formed in the early 20th century as a central repository of criminal information involving the theft of automobiles, and later developed a theft database. The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) was not formed until the 1960s and deals with a wide range of criminal activity, not just auto theft. The AAA - Automobile Club (AAA) is a membership organization that provides roadside assistance and other services to its members. The FBI deals with federal crimes, not specifically auto theft.

Question 20

The two-week course designed for chief security officers and high-level security managers was developed by:

Accepted Answer

The two-week course designed for chief security officers and high-level security managers was developed by Wharton/ASIS.

Quiz 1: The History and Professionalization of Private Security