Question 1

______________ refers to prejudgment of a person or idea before collecting accurate data.
A) Prejudice
B) Euphemism
C) Stereotype
D) Bias

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

_____________ is the substitution of a vague or polite term, often mild or indirect, for what might be a harsh offensive term.
A) Prejudice
B) Euphemism
C) Stereotype
D) Bias

Accepted Answer

Euphemism is when a vague or polite term is substituted for a harsh offensive term. Prejudice, stereotype, and bias do not fit this definition.

Question 3

______________ is a standardized concept of members of a group.
A) Prejudice
B) Euphemism
C) Stereotype
D) Bias

Accepted Answer

A stereotype is a standardized concept or assumption of members of a particular group. It is often oversimplified and based on limited, superficial characteristics such as race, gender, or ethnicity. Stereotypes can be harmful as they can lead to prejudice and discrimination against individuals who do not fit the assumed characteristics.

Question 4

Good language skills include __________, ___________, and _____________ in speaking and writing.
A) facts, figures, charts
B) punctuation, grammar, mechanics
C) statements, graphs, appendices
D) accuracy, brevity, and clarity

Accepted Answer

Good language skills in speaking and writing involve being accurate, brief, and clear to effectively communicate ideas.

Question 5

There are three forums for vocabulary:
A) Reports, memos, narratives
B) Speaking, writing, reading
C) Schools, work, leisure
D) Police, courts, corrections

Accepted Answer

Speaking, writing, and reading are the three fundamental skills necessary for learning vocabulary. This forum covers all aspects of vocabulary acquisition and use, making it the best choice. The other forums are much more specific and may not cover a wide range of vocabulary-related topics.

Question 6

You can learn more words by learning _________, _________, and ___________.
A) slang, jive, lingo
B) jargon, 10-codes, abbreviations
C) roots, prefixes, suffixes
D) verbs, nouns, adjectives

Accepted Answer

Learning roots, prefixes, and suffixes can help you understand the meaning of many words with similar parts, as well as help you create new words on your own.

Question 7

What is the most important thing about a word?
A) Sound
B) Meaning
C) Accuracy
D) Brevity

Accepted Answer

The meaning of a word is the most important thing because it communicates a specific idea or concept. Without meaning, a word is essentially meaningless and serves no purpose in communication. While sound, accuracy, and brevity are also important aspects of language, they are secondary to meaning.

Question 8

___________, ___________, and ____________ will aid your writing and may even help you pass the civil service test.
A) Synonyms, antonyms, homonyms
B) Verbs, nouns, pronouns
C) Suffixes, prefixes, titles
D) Adverbs, adjectives, conjunctions

Accepted Answer

Synonyms (words with similar meanings), antonyms (words with opposite meanings), and homonyms (words that sound the same but have different meanings) can all help improve your vocabulary and understanding of language, making you a better writer and improving your chances of passing the civil service test. Verbs, nouns, pronouns, suffixes, prefixes, titles, adverbs, adjectives, and conjunctions are all important parts of language, but they do not directly aid in writing or test-taking in the same way that the knowledge of synonyms, antonyms, and homonyms does.

Question 9

True __________ are words that are spelled and sound alike but have different meanings.
A) Antonyms
B) Homonyms
C) Synonyms
D) Homophones

Accepted Answer

Homonyms are words that are spelled and sound alike but have different meanings, whereas antonyms are words with opposite meanings, synonyms are words with similar meanings, and homophones are words that sound alike but are spelled differently and have different meanings.

Question 10

Slang, dialects, and street language change faster than formal English and are worthy of close scrutiny.

Accepted Answer

Slang, dialects, and street language are all highly influenced by regional and cultural changes, and they often evolve rapidly over time. Therefore, it is important to carefully study these forms of language in order to better understand the people and communities that use them.

Question 11

Criminal justice professionals should use words or phrases that draw conclusions.

Accepted Answer

Criminal justice professionals should avoid drawing conclusions as they are meant to be neutral and adhere to the principle of innocent until proven guilty. Instead, they should use objective language and present evidence to support their cases.

Question 12

A small dictionary is only useful as a spelling and pronunciation guide.

Accepted Answer

A small dictionary typically only includes brief definitions and is not comprehensive enough for in-depth understanding of a word's meaning. Its main purpose is to aid with spelling and pronunciation.

Question 13

Latin terms are uncommon in medical, forensic science, and legal fields.

Accepted Answer

Latin terms are commonly used in medical, forensic science, and legal fields for terminology, classifications, and legal doctrines.

Question 14

Subculture slang is perhaps the most difficult type of jargon to record because it not only changes rapidly over time but also varies from coast to coast. It can also be exported from one geographic area to another.

Accepted Answer

Subculture slang is highly influenced by local factors and can evolve rapidly, making it difficult to keep track of or categorize. It can also spread quickly through social media and other forms of online communication, making it even harder to pin down a specific set of terminology or meanings. Therefore, it is true that subculture slang is difficult to record and varies from place to place.

Question 15

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence. a. Officer Smith was (already/all ready) for court when it was cancelled. b. The witness told said that (it's/its) not the victim's fault. c. Do you know (who's/whose) car that is? d. The victim was standing (beside/besides) her husband. e. The Chief stated it was important to patrol 3^rd Street (every day/everyday) due to recent vandalism.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choose the correct word to complete the...

Quiz 12: Using or Abusing Words

______________ refers to prejudgment of a person or idea before collecting accurate data.

_____________ is the substitution of a vague or polite term, often mild or indirect, for what might be a harsh offensive term.

______________ is a standardized concept of members of a group.

Good language skills include ____, _, and _________ in speaking and writing.

There are three forums for vocabulary:

You can learn more words by learning _____, _, and _______.

What is the most important thing about a word?

_____, _, and ________ will aid your writing and may even help you pass the civil service test.

True __________ are words that are spelled and sound alike but have different meanings.

Slang, dialects, and street language change faster than formal English and are worthy of close scrutiny.

Criminal justice professionals should use words or phrases that draw conclusions.

A small dictionary is only useful as a spelling and pronunciation guide.

Latin terms are uncommon in medical, forensic science, and legal fields.

Subculture slang is perhaps the most difficult type of jargon to record because it not only changes rapidly over time but also varies from coast to coast. It can also be exported from one geographic area to another.