Question 1

The __________________passed on January 19, 1929, mandated that prison-made goods and merchandise transported from one state to another were subject to the existing laws of the importing state.

Accepted Answer

The Hawes-Cooper Act of 1929 allowed states to regulate or prohibit the sale of prison-made goods transported across state lines, effectively enabling states to protect their local industries from the competition of goods made with prison labor.

Question 2

Prison crowding makes it difficult to provide an adequate assessment program concerning the treatment needs of inmates.

Accepted Answer

Prison crowding can lead to limited resources and staff, making it difficult to provide comprehensive and effective assessment and treatment programs for inmates.

Question 3

Common types of therapy used in prisons are insight-based therapy, behavior therapy, and electro-shock therapy.

Accepted Answer

Electro-shock therapy, also known as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), is not a common type of therapy used in prisons. Insight-based therapy and behavior therapy are more commonly used approaches.

Question 4

The basic purpose for vocational training is to:

Accepted Answer

The primary purpose of vocational training in prisons is to prepare inmates for jobs in the community upon their release. This can help reduce recidivism rates and increase their ability to support themselves and their families after leaving prison. Keeping inmates busy or making them happy are not sufficient justifications for vocational training, and earning money for the state is not the main purpose.

Question 5

Self-help programs are run by licensed counselors.

Accepted Answer

Self-help programs do not necessarily require licensed counselors to run them. They can be run by trained volunteers or even individuals with personal experience in the area of focus. However, self-help programs may recommend seeking professional help from licensed professionals if necessary.

Question 6

There has been an increase in funding to recreational services in prisons as a result of the recent "no-frills" prison policies.

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the increase in funding to recreational services in prisons is a result of "no-frills" policies, which is false. "No-frills" policies are intended to cut costs in prisons, not increase funding for recreational services.

Question 7

Inmates who attain sufficient reading and writing skills for functional literacy may increase the possibility of:

Accepted Answer

Inmates who attain functional literacy are more likely to find lawful employment after release from prison, which can decrease the likelihood of reoffending and returning to incarceration. However, it does not necessarily guarantee early release from prison or staying incarcerated.

Question 8

Treatment has been a part of the correctional experience since the 17th century.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Treatment has been a part of the...

Question 9

A visit lasting one or two days during which prisoners can enjoy private visitation with their families is called a:

Accepted Answer

Conjugal visits are private visits that prisoners may have with their spouses or long-term partners, and these can sometimes extend to family visits where children and other family members may join. These visits can last from one to several days, allowing for private time and often occur in special facilities provided by the prison.

Question 10

Overcrowded institutions, filled with inmate gangs, violence, and racial conflicts, require that the focus be on security and institutional survival.

Accepted Answer

Overcrowded institutions with inmate gangs, violence, and racial conflicts make security and institutional survival the primary focus.

Question 11

In 1935, the __________________ Act made the transportation of prison-made goods in interstate commerce a federal crime.

Accepted Answer

The Ashurst-Sumners Act, also known as the Hawes-Cooper Act, was passed in 1935 and made it a federal crime to transport prison-made goods across state lines. This was done in an effort to prevent the exploitation of convict labor and protect American jobs.

Question 12

Participation in vocational programs is seen as a means for reducing recidivism based on the premise that vocational skills teach all of the following, except :

Accepted Answer

Participation in vocational programs is believed to teach goal setting, motivation, and commitment, which are all skills that can be beneficial in reducing recidivism. However, anger control is not typically seen as a skill directly taught through vocational programs.

Question 13

The "no-frills" institutional emphasis found in many states cuts back on programming and treatment, as much as constitutionally is permitted.

Accepted Answer

Many states have adopted a "no-frills" institutional approach that reduces programming and treatment to the extent permitted by the constitution.

Question 14

Common medical conditions in prisons include all of the following, except :

Accepted Answer

Lyme disease is not commonly found in prisons. HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and tuberculosis are all common medical conditions in prisons due to the high-risk behaviors and close quarters that facilitate the spread of these diseases.

Question 15

Inmates express a much greater interest in dealing with their substance abuse and anger management problems than their mental health problems.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that inmates are more likely to seek treatment for substance abuse and anger management issues than for their mental health concerns. This may be due to the stigma surrounding mental illness in the prison system, as well as the focus on behavioral problems as the primary issue to be addressed in rehabilitation efforts.

Question 16

The most widely adopted cognitive-behavioral intervention is the cognitive thinking skills program.

Accepted Answer

The cognitive thinking skills program is indeed the most widely adopted cognitive-behavioral intervention.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a constitutionally mandated services provided to inmates?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is NOT a...

Question 18

Types of visitation in prisons include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The types of visitation in prisons include closed visits, limited-contact visits, conjugal visits, informal contact visits, and freedom of grounds visits. Therefore, option D - all of these - is the best choice.

Question 19

The prison is an extremely favorable setting for correctional treatment when done correctly.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The prison is an extremely favorable setting...

Question 20

Effective types of treatment programs in prison accomplish which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Effective treatment programs in prison should teach interpersonal skills that can help inmates establish positive relationships with their peers and authority figures. They should also provide academic skills training to improve inmates' literacy and job skills, making it easier for them to find employment upon release. Finally, a good treatment program will make use of behavioral modification techniques to help inmates learn how to make better choices and avoid criminal behavior in the future. All three of these elements are essential for a successful rehabilitation program in prison.

Quiz 9: Correctional Programs and Services