Question 1

The narrative of the report is sometimes called ____________.
A) the face page
B) the offense report
C) the affidavit of complaint
D) the continuation page

Accepted Answer

The continuation page is where the narrative of the report is typically detailed, providing a comprehensive account of the incident.

Question 2

Who are likely readers of your reports as a criminal justice professional?
A) Criminal Investigative Division
B) District Attorney
C) Supervisors
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above are likely readers of reports written by criminal justice professionals. The Criminal Investigative Division needs these reports to gather information and develop potential leads in a case. The District Attorney uses the reports to build a legal case against the defendant. Supervisors use reports to oversee and evaluate the work of their subordinate officers.

Question 3

Attachments may include:
A) The waiver
B) Receipt
C) Tests results
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above options, including the waiver, receipt, and test results, may be included as attachments in a document or email.

Question 4

It is natural for you to believe that your suspect is _____________.
A) guilty
B) impartial
C) innocent
D) biased

Accepted Answer

The correct choice is "guilty" because when someone is referred to as a suspect, it typically implies that there is a belief or suspicion that they have committed a wrongdoing or crime, hence the natural inclination to believe they are guilty.

Question 5

Your purpose in report writing is to be:
A) Inaccurate, longwinded, incomplete, and subjective
B) Clear, concise, coherent, and comprehensive
C) Accurate, brief, complete, and objective
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Your purpose in report writing is to...

Question 6

No matter how good of an investigator you are, you have to be a good ___________ as well.
A) manipulator
B) bluffer
C) report writer
D) team player

Accepted Answer

Report writing is a crucial part of being an investigator as it is important to document all findings, observations, and conclusions accurately and thoroughly. This information will be reviewed by others within the organization or used in legal proceedings, making clear and concise report writing essential to the success of any investigation. While it is important to work well with others in a team, being a manipulator or bluffer can compromise the integrity and credibility of the investigation.

Question 7

Attachments like waivers and test results are referred to as the:
A) face page
B) supplementary material
C) continuation page
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Supplementary material refers to additional information that is not included on the main document. Attachments such as waivers and test results are considered supplementary material. The face page refers to the first page of a document that includes important information such as the title and author's name. The continuation page refers to any additional pages that follow the first page.

Question 8

Most occurrences in the criminal justice system are recorded in sequence in __________ and in the ___________ tense.
A) time, past
B) order, future
C) chronology, present
D) minutes, past

Accepted Answer

Occurrences in the criminal justice system are typically recorded in sequence of time and in the past tense, reflecting events as they happened.

Question 9

Civil servants rarely think of themselves as writers.

Accepted Answer

Civil servants usually see their job as focused on policy and administration rather than writing, even though writing is a critical component of their work.

Question 10

The "tickler system" uses cards, often 3 X 5 and color-coded, that are attached to folders or sent individually to officers to alert them that the file is complete and ready for the supervisor's approval.

Accepted Answer

The "tickler system" is a method used for reminding users of tasks or actions to be taken on specific dates, not specifically for indicating that a file is complete and ready for a supervisor's approval.

Question 11

Many beginning writers fall into the trap of trying to put an exact time on each action, no matter how small.

Accepted Answer

This is a common mistake among beginning writers, but it can slow down the pacing and make the story feel rigid. It's okay to have some flexibility in the timeline and focus more on the overall flow and events of the story.

Question 12

Many criminal justice system agencies use the military style of time to avoid confusion between a.m. and p.m.

Accepted Answer

Many criminal justice system agencies, including police departments and prisons, use the military 24-hour clock to avoid confusion between a.m. and p.m. This system starts at midnight (0000 hours) and counts up to 23:59 hours. It is considered more precise and efficient for record-keeping and communication in law enforcement.

Question 13

To state means to bring into or establish a relationship, association, or connection.

Accepted Answer

To state means to express something definitely or clearly in speech or writing, not to establish a relationship, association, or connection.

Question 14

Your work will be more credible and hold up better in court if your facts are obviously unbiased.

Accepted Answer

Unbiased facts show that the information presented is based solely on the evidence and not influenced by personal beliefs or opinions. This increases the credibility of the work and strengthens its validity in a court of law.

Quiz 4: The Narrativethe Continuation Page and Follow-Up Report

The narrative of the report is sometimes called ____________.

Who are likely readers of your reports as a criminal justice professional?

Attachments may include:

It is natural for you to believe that your suspect is _____________.

Your purpose in report writing is to be:

No matter how good of an investigator you are, you have to be a good ___________ as well.

Attachments like waivers and test results are referred to as the:

Most occurrences in the criminal justice system are recorded in sequence in and in the _ tense.