Question 1

Female gang members:

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that many female gang members are drug-dependent and have experienced physical abuse, making them vulnerable to recruitment into gangs. There is no evidence to support options A, C, or D.

Question 2

One way in which community involvement can help reduce or prevent gang activity in schools is:

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The entertainment media often glamorizes gang activity, which can make it seem more attractive to young people. By applying pressure to the entertainment industry to stop promoting destructive content, the community can help reduce the appeal of gang activity and discourage young people from getting involved. This can also help create a safer and more positive environment in schools.

Question 3

According to the text, gangs are identified by all of the below except:

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The text does not mention that age is a way to identify gangs.

Question 4

According to the text, many gang members continue to engage in gang activity while:

Accepted Answer

The text states that many gang members continue to engage in gang activity while incarcerated, but there is no mention of gang members engaging in gang activity while on trial or on vacation. Therefore, the best choice is B.

Question 5

An estimated 756,000 gang members are active in roughly _______________ gangs -nationwide.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Gang Center, there are about 29,000 gangs in the United States with nearly 756,000 active gang members. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

Question 6

Tactics such as prevention, arrest, imprisonment, supervision, and surveillance are part of the _______________ strategy to address the gang problem.

Accepted Answer

The tactics listed in the question (prevention, arrest, imprisonment, supervision, and surveillance) are all part of the suppression strategy, which aims to disrupt and dismantle gang activity through law enforcement and criminal justice measures. Community mobilization, social intervention, and organizational change are alternative strategies that focus on addressing underlying social and economic factors that contribute to gang involvement.

Question 7

Indicators of gang activity include:

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All three of these indicators (graffiti, open sale of drugs, and intimidation assaults) are common signs of gang activity. Graffiti often serves as a way for gangs to mark their territory or communicate with other gangs. Open drug sales can be a major source of income for gangs, and gang members often use intimidation or violence to protect their drug trade. Intimidation assaults, or acts of violence committed by gangs to assert their power or control over an area, are also a clear sign of gang activity. Overall, the presence of any of these indicators suggests that gang activity is present in a particular area.

Question 8

As stated in the text, a full-service gang unit uses which of the following components?

Accepted Answer

As stated in the text, a full-service gang unit uses prevention as one of its components.

Question 9

The Youth Leading Change program engages area youth in:

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The Youth Leading Change program engages area youth in leadership activities. While the other options may be valuable resources for youth, they are not specifically mentioned as part of this program.

Question 10

A frequently used law enforcement strategy to deal with street gang problems is:

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Suppression is often used to deal with street gang problems, such as increased law enforcement presence in high-crime areas, more frequent arrests of gang members, and stricter sentencing for gang-related crimes. However, social intervention and community mobilization are also important strategies that address the underlying issues contributing to gang involvement, such as poverty, lack of opportunities, and social disorganization. Therefore, a combination of all three strategies (suppression, social intervention, and community mobilization) is generally considered the most effective approach to addressing gang problems.

Question 11

According to the authors, crisis intervention, treatment for youths and their families, -outreach, and referral to social services are elements of a _______________ strategy to address the gang problem.

Accepted Answer

Crisis intervention, treatment for youths and their families, outreach, and referral to social services are all examples of social intervention strategies. These strategies aim to address the root causes of gang involvement, such as poverty, lack of opportunities, and social disorganization, and provide support and resources to individuals and families affected by gang violence. Community mobilization involves engaging community members, local organizations, and law enforcement in a collaborative effort to prevent gang involvement and address its negative consequences. Suppression involves using law enforcement to deter and disrupt gang activity, often through arrests and prosecutions. Organizational change involves working with schools, businesses, and community groups to create positive youth development opportunities and reduce the influence of gangs. While all of these strategies can be effective in addressing the gang problem, the focus on social intervention reflects a recognition that gangs are ultimately a social phenomenon that requires a social solution.

Question 12

A national partnership aimed at reducing gang-related crime is called:

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The answer of A national partnership aimed at reducing gang-related...

Question 13

Developing conflict prevention strategies in dealing with gang problems in schools means that:

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Expelling gang members may not necessarily solve the issue and could potentially worsen it by pushing them to join other gangs or engaging in more criminal behavior outside of school. Identifying and dealing with gang members in a nonconfrontational way can help prevent escalation of conflicts and potentially lead to intervention and assistance for those involved in gangs. Informing all students of those suspected of being gang affiliated could also lead to further stigmatization and potential retaliation. While having uniformed officers can provide increased security, it may not address the root causes of gang involvement and could potentially create a hostile atmosphere.

Question 14

A study supported by the NIJ showed that students who graduated from the GREAT course showed:

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The study showed that students who graduated from the GREAT course had higher levels of self-esteem, parental attachment, and perceived educational opportunities. This suggests that the course had a positive effect on these students' well-being and outlook on their future, rather than leading them towards delinquency or negative behaviors.

Question 15

Member of at least _______________ gangs have been identified on both domestic and international military installations.

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53 gangs have been identified on both domestic and international military installations.

Question 16

According to the text, gang membership increased most significantly in the Northeast and:

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The text states that gang membership has increased significantly in the Northeast and "is also on the rise in the Southeast." Therefore, the best choice is A) Southeast.

Question 17

Homeboy Industries' main focus is to:

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Homeboy Industries' main focus is to help at-risk youths prepare for their future, not their funeral. While they do address gang activity through their programs, their ultimate goal is to provide education, job training, counseling, and support to young people at risk of joining gangs or being involved in violent activities. Providing after-school programs and GED education are also part of their efforts, but the overarching mission is to empower young people to make positive choices and build successful futures.

Question 18

Gangs use children because:

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Gangs use children because their young age often makes them appear less suspicious, and if caught, the legal system is generally more lenient with juveniles than with adults. Therefore, both options A and B are correct.

Question 19

Which region of the United States has the highest number of gang members?

Accepted Answer

According to the National Gang Center, the West region of the United States has the highest number of gang members, followed closely by the South region.

Question 20

In the 1950s and 1960s, law enforcement used _______________ toward gangs.

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The answer of In the 1950s and 1960s, law enforcement...

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