Question 1

Which is not listed as reason that we seldom consider how youth justice is handled in other cultures?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

A country's particular _____ affects not only how a government responds to youth crime, but also the reasons that young people break the law.

Accepted Answer

Culture influences both the government's response to youth crime and the underlying reasons why young people may engage in criminal behavior. Different cultural norms, values, and societal structures can shape attitudes towards crime and the strategies used to address it.

Question 3

Which is a component of culture that determines whether behavior is rewarded or punished?

Accepted Answer

All the options listed - economic development, gender, and religion - are components of culture that can influence whether a behavior is rewarded or punished. These aspects shape societal norms, values, and expectations, thereby affecting how behavior is perceived and treated within a cultural context.

Question 4

According to the selected United Nations Rules for the Protection of Juveniles Deprived of Their Liberty, how should the incarceration of juveniles be treated?

Accepted Answer

The United Nations Rules for the Protection of Juveniles Deprived of Their Liberty advocate for the use of imprisonment as a measure of last resort, emphasizing the importance of exploring alternative measures before resorting to incarceration.

Question 5

Which is not a problem for researchers who want to compare youth justice statistics?

Accepted Answer

Low amounts of youth offending in some countries do not inherently pose a problem for researchers wanting to compare youth justice statistics. The main challenges stem from politics, definitional barriers, and language differences, which can affect the consistency and comparability of data across different jurisdictions.

Question 6

Which is not a major issue in China?

Accepted Answer

China does not face an issue of underpopulation; rather, it has the largest population in the world. The other options (A, B, D) represent actual issues or aspects of China's socio-political and economic landscape, with B highlighting a known concern regarding restrictions on religious freedoms.

Question 7

Because China has no formal juvenile justice system, who handles minor deviant behavior?

Accepted Answer

In China, minor deviant behavior is often handled through a combination of efforts by schools, families, and neighborhood organizations, rather than through a formal juvenile justice system. This approach emphasizes community and familial responsibility for the behavior of young people.

Question 8

What is the age of criminal responsibility in China?

Accepted Answer

In China, the age of criminal responsibility is 16, but children aged 14 to 16 can be held responsible for serious crimes such as murder or robbery.

Question 9

In China, the death penalty isn't specified for those under this age.

Accepted Answer

In China, individuals under the age of 18 at the time of committing a crime are not eligible for the death penalty, in accordance with the country's legal system and international human rights standards.

Question 10

Youth crime in China is almost exclusively _____.

Accepted Answer

Youth crime in China, similar to global trends, is predominantly male. Males are more likely to be involved in criminal activities than females, reflecting broader patterns of gender and crime.

Question 11

In India, at what age does criminal responsibility begin?

Accepted Answer

In India, the age of criminal responsibility begins at 7 years old, meaning that children under 7 cannot be charged with a crime. This is based on the principle that children under this age are incapable of having criminal intent.

Question 12

Because of the large population living in poverty, India places a special emphasis on _____.

Accepted Answer

Street children are often neglected and vulnerable, and they face many challenges, such as poverty, abuse, and exploitation. India has a large population of street children, and the government has made a special effort to address their needs.

Question 13

Russia must address the causes of youth crime that stem from which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Youth crime in Russia is influenced by multiple factors including poverty, rising expectations, and social upheaval, making all the options relevant.

Question 14

In Russia, the age of criminal responsibility is _____.

Accepted Answer

In Russia, the age of criminal responsibility is generally 16 years old, although for certain serious crimes, it can be as low as 14.

Question 15

In Russia, youths age 14 and over are considered responsible only for which offenses?

Accepted Answer

In Russia, youths aged 14 and over are considered criminally responsible for a specific set of serious offenses, which includes murder, rape, and robbery, among others.

Question 16

Like youth justice systems in many other countries, Russia attempts to use these whenever possible.

Accepted Answer

Both informal and alternative dispositions are used in youth justice systems, including Russia's, to address juvenile delinquency in a manner that avoids formal judicial proceedings whenever possible.

Question 17

What is the maximum amount of time a minor can be incarcerated in Russia?

Accepted Answer

In Russia, the maximum sentence for minors is generally capped at 10 years, depending on the severity of the crime.

Question 18

In Russia, capital punishment can't be applied to anyone younger than this.

Accepted Answer

In Russia, capital punishment cannot be applied to individuals who are younger than 18 years old, in accordance with international human rights standards.

Question 19

South Africa's old _____ system of government affected its legal treatment of black youths.

Accepted Answer

South Africa's apartheid system of government, which was a policy of segregation and political and economic discrimination against non-European groups, significantly affected its legal treatment of black youths.

Question 20

How many types of courts does South Africa have for young offenders?

Accepted Answer

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