Question 1

UCR data indicate that __________ accounts for the smallest share of violent crime, where __________ accounts for the largest share of violent crime.

Accepted Answer

According to the UCR data, murder accounts for the smallest share of violent crime, and aggravated assault accounts for the largest share.

Question 2

According to the text, human violence is ultimately a _____ behavior.

Accepted Answer

The text explicitly states that human violence is a "learned behavior" in the second sentence of the second paragraph.

Question 3

All of the following are examples of behavior that can be considered workplace violence except

Accepted Answer

Drinking alcohol on the job is not typically considered workplace violence, whereas threatening physical harm, pointing a weapon, and committing sexual assault all fall under that definition. However, drinking on the job can still be considered inappropriate and can impact productivity and safety.

Question 4

Which statement best summarizes current statistics on gun violence in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

Current statistics show that handguns account for the majority of both fatal and nonfatal incidents in the U.S. In 2017, there were nearly 40,000 gun-related deaths in the U.S., and 60% of them involved a handgun. Assault-style firearms such as the AR-15 have also been used in high-profile mass shootings in recent years, but handguns remain the most commonly used firearm in gun violence incidents.

Question 5

Hostile attribution bias is to a __________ factor as violent media exposure is to a __________ factor.

Accepted Answer

Hostile attribution bias is a cognitive factor that refers to the tendency to interpret ambiguous situations as hostile or aggressive. Violent media exposure is a socialization factor that refers to the exposure to media content that depicts violence and aggression and may lead to the acquisition of aggressive behavior and attitudes. Therefore, option C is the best choice as both factors relate to cognitive and socialization factors respectively.

Question 6

Which four crimes in the UCR comprise the U.S. violent crime rate?

Accepted Answer

According to the UCR, the four crimes that comprise the U.S. violent crime rate are murder, nonnegligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Question 7

Which of the following is associated with heavy exposure to media violence?

Accepted Answer

Heavy exposure to media violence is associated with increased fear of becoming a victim, as it can lead to heightened perceptions of danger and mistrust in the world.

Question 8

Researchers agree that both __________ factors and __________factors are important in understanding violence.

Accepted Answer

Researchers commonly identify individual factors and environmental factors as important in understanding violence. Individual factors include characteristics such as personality traits, cognitive processes, and previous experiences. Environmental factors include situational factors, such as exposure to violence and social norms, as well as broader structural issues such as poverty and discrimination. Other factors, such as behavioral or economic factors, may also play a role, but are generally seen as falling under the broader categories of individual and environmental factors.  Overall, however, the combination of individual and environmental factors is seen as crucial in understanding the complex nature of violence.

Question 9

What is the primary difference between violence and aggression?

Accepted Answer

The primary difference between violence and aggression is that aggression may not involve force, whereas violence does. While aggression can involve verbal or nonverbal behaviors meant to harm or intimidate others, violence involves physical force and the intention to cause harm. Additionally, while aggression may be a normal human emotion or reaction to a stimulus, violence is generally seen as a harmful and destructive behavior.

Question 10

Huesmann et al. (2003) found that exposure to media violence seems to have __________ effects on adults and __________ effects on children.

Accepted Answer

Huesmann et al. (2003) found that exposure to media violence has short-term effects on adults and long-term effects on children, indicating that children are more susceptible to lasting impacts from media violence.

Question 11

A 2002 study by Woodworth and Porter surprisingly found that

Accepted Answer

The answer of A 2002 study by Woodworth and Porter...

Question 12

Which category of risk factors is essential to preventing school violence?

Accepted Answer

School-related factors such as strong leadership, positive school climate, effective discipline policies, and access to mental health services can all contribute to preventing school violence. While individual, family, and peer-related factors can also play a role, addressing school-related factors can have a direct impact on the school environment and create a safer place for students.

Question 13

A student who receives a note in her locker that states "this school would be better off without you here" has received a __________ school threat.

Accepted Answer

The note implies harm without explicitly stating it, which is characteristic of a veiled threat. It suggests a negative outcome without directly stating an intention to cause harm.

Question 14

Which of the following statements is a finding from the Safe School Initiative report?

Accepted Answer

The Safe School Initiative report found that most school shooters in the United States had easy access to guns.

Question 15

When studying ethnoracial differences in violence, the authors caution forensic psychologists to be aware of the tendency to view others through their own cultural perspective. This bias is referred to as

Accepted Answer

The bias described - viewing others through one's own cultural perspective - is characteristic of ethnocentrism. The other options do not apply here: sublimation refers to channeling emotions into socially acceptable behaviors, hedonism refers to seeking pleasure and avoiding pain, and leakage refers to unintentionally revealing information.

Question 16

Many of the children at Pineview Middle School are unsure about their school's policy on bullying and don't report threats because they are afraid of repercussions from other students. This illustrates a __________ factor called __________.

Accepted Answer

The scenario shows that the students are hesitant to report bullying threats due to fear of repercussions, which points to a prevalent code of silence in the school. The other options do not fit the scenario as well. Option A mentions disrespectful behavior which is not the main issue in the scenario. Option B mentions inequitable discipline which is not mentioned in the scenario. Option C mentions inflexible culture which is not directly related to the situation described in the scenario.

Question 17

Which of the following factors is considered a biological cause of violence?

Accepted Answer

Exposure to lead paint has been linked to increased aggression and violent behavior, particularly in children.

Question 18

Dylan is a 7-year-old boy who watches violent television such as Walking Dead and Game of Thrones marathons. Which factor will have the greater negative impact on his observational learning over the long haul?

Accepted Answer

Believing that violence is rewarded is a key factor in the negative impact of observational learning. This can lead to a child having a distorted view of what is acceptable behavior and can increase the likelihood of imitating aggressive behavior. The other factors listed (B, C, and D) may also play a role, but believing violence is rewarded is the most significant risk factor.

Question 19

According to Schihadeh and Barranco, which change in Latino communities may lead to an increase in violence?

Accepted Answer

Schihadeh and Barranco suggest that a shift in migration patterns from large communities to less established communities may lead to an increase in violence. This can be due to a lack of established social support networks and increased competition for resources in these new and unfamiliar areas.

Question 20

Another term for reactive violence is __________ violence.

Accepted Answer

Expressive violence is another term for reactive violence, indicating an emotional response to a situation rather than premeditated actions.

Quiz 8: Psychology of Violence and Intimidation

UCR data indicate that accounts for the smallest share of violent crime, where accounts for the largest share of violent crime.