Question 1

An early-twentieth-century era in policing that focused on efficiency,professionalism,and improved technology was called __________.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

__________ programs are federal programs that combine enforcement with community services in an effort to reduce crime in targeted neighborhoods.

Accepted Answer

Weed and Seed programs are federal initiatives that aim to reduce crime in targeted neighborhoods by combining enforcement (i.e. weeding out criminals) with community services (i.e. seeding the community with resources and support). The other choices (A, B, and D) do not relate to this type of program.

Question 3

Enforcement agencies primarily engaged in highway patrol activities are called __________.About half of these agencies also have the authority to conduct investigative work.

Accepted Answer

State police are primarily engaged in highway patrol activities and have the authority to conduct investigative work. They are also known as highway patrol agencies in some states. Preventive police, local police, and community policing are not specific to highway patrol activities.

Question 4

__________ involves international agreements and law enforcement efforts that attempt to serve the interests of all nations in the face of the growth of international travel,the transnational nature of the Internet,and the threat of international organized crime and terrorism.

Accepted Answer

Transnational law enforcement involves international agreements and law enforcement efforts that attempt to serve the interests of all nations in the face of the growth of international travel, the transnational nature of the Internet, and the threat of international organized crime and terrorism. LEAA (A) was a US agency that existed from 1968-1982, Interpol (C) is an international police organization but does not solely focus on transnational law enforcement, and a multijurisdictional task force (D) is a collaborative effort between law enforcement agencies within a specific geographic region.

Question 5

__________ involves law enforcement agencies that protect private property and are paid by private individuals and corporations.

Accepted Answer

Private security involves law enforcement agencies that protect private property and are paid by private individuals and corporations. Secret safety, confidential protection and classified refuge are not recognized terms in this context.

Question 6

Organizations/groups focused on the improved operation of the criminal justice system as the best way to reduce crime are called __________.

Accepted Answer

Crime commissions are organizations or groups that focus on improving the operation of the criminal justice system as the best way to reduce crime. They often include members from law enforcement, the judiciary, and the community, and work towards developing policies and practices that promote public safety and effective criminal justice. Progressivism is a broader political philosophy, professionalization refers to the process of becoming more specialized and regulated within a profession, and federal law enforcement specifically refers to law enforcement agencies at the federal level. None of these fully capture the focus of organizations dedicated to improving the operation of the criminal justice system to reduce crime.

Question 7

A service-oriented style of law enforcement that focuses on disorder in the community,crime prevention,and fear reduction (as opposed to the traditional focus on serious street crimes)is called __________.

Accepted Answer

Community policing is a service-oriented approach to law enforcement that emphasizes collaboration between police officers and community members to identify and address the underlying causes of disorder and crime in the community. It aims to prevent crime by addressing problems and concerns at the individual and community level, and by building strong relationships and trust between the police and the public. Community policing is a departure from the traditional reactive, crime-fighting approach to law enforcement, and is designed to create safer, more livable communities by reducing fear and improving the quality of life for all residents.

Question 8

Established in 1968,the ___________ was set up within the U.S.Department of Justice to allocate money to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal justice system.Between 1968 and 1977,the organization spent more than $6 billion on crime control programs and college education for police officers.

Accepted Answer

The Law Enforcement Assistance Administration (LEAA) was established in 1968 to allocate money towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal justice system. Between 1968 and 1977, it spent over $6 billion on crime control programs and college education for police officers. Transnational law enforcement, Interpol, and multijurisdictional task forces are different entities or concepts and are not relevant to the description provided.

Question 9

The vast majority of police agencies are found at the __________ level of government.

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics, about 86% of all law enforcement agencies in the United States are local police departments, meaning they are operated by city or town governments. State police agencies make up about 12% of law enforcement agencies, and federal agencies account for less than 1%. Therefore, the best choice is A) local.

Question 10

A __________ is a citizen in charge of weapons and equipment for one hundred families in his geographic area.In England constables were appointed by a local nobleman beginning around the year 900.

Accepted Answer

A constable is a citizen in charge of weapons and equipment for a designated geographic area. In England, constables were appointed by a local nobleman starting around the year 900, and their responsibilities included law enforcement, protection of property and administration of justice. The mutual pledge system and watch and ward system were other forms of early policing in England, while the shire reeve was an early Anglo-Saxon official with administrative and judicial duties. However, neither of these options directly corresponds to the description given in the question.

Question 11

A system established in England in 1285 to aid constables in their law enforcement efforts was called a __________.Men from each town were required to take turns standing watch at night and crime suspects were turned over to the constable.

Accepted Answer

The watch and ward system was established in England in 1285 to aid constables in their law enforcement efforts. Men from each town were required to take turns standing watch at night and crime suspects were turned over to the constable. This system helped maintain law and order in medieval England. The other options listed (constable, shire reeve, and mutual pledge system) were also part of medieval English law enforcement, but not specifically related to the watch and ward system.

Question 12

A system of community self-responsibility that existed in Britain during the Middle Ages,in which residents were held responsible for the conduct of their neighbors was called a __________.

Accepted Answer

The mutual pledge system was a system of community self-responsibility that existed in Britain during the Middle Ages. Under this system, residents were held responsible for the conduct of their neighbors. The system was based on a group of ten households or individuals who pledged to support and protect each other, and were jointly responsible for any crimes or violations committed within their group. The mutual pledge system was an early form of community policing, and was a precursor to modern-day neighborhood watch programs.

Question 13

The International Criminal Police Organization composed of 177 member nations is also known as __________.It assists member law enforcement agencies requiring information about crimes or criminals of a multi-national nature.

Accepted Answer

The description fits that of Interpol, which is short for the International Criminal Police Organization. The other choices, LEAA, transnational law enforcement, and multijurisdictional task force, do not specifically refer to the global organization described.

Question 14

An official appointed by the British Crown who was responsible for overseeing the constables and several hundred families in a given area was called a __________.The modern word sheriff is derived from this term.

Accepted Answer

The shire reeve, also known as the sheriff, was responsible for overseeing the constables and maintaining law and order in a specific area. The modern word sheriff is derived from this term. The mutual pledge system was a system of collective responsibility among families, the watch and ward system was a form of nighttime policing in medieval England, and the constable was a lower-ranking law enforcement officer who assisted the sheriff.

Question 15

Those changes in police organization,administration,and technology aimed at improving the efficiency of the police in the deterrence and apprehension of criminals is called ___________.

Accepted Answer

Professionalization refers to the changes made to police organization, administration, and technology to make law enforcement more efficient in preventing and solving crimes. This includes increasing the education and training of police officers, implementing standard operating procedures, utilizing new crime-fighting technologies, and improving communication between departments. Progressivism refers to a broader movement that sought to address social and political problems in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Crime commissions are groups created to study and make recommendations on how to reduce crime. Federal law enforcement refers to agencies such as the FBI or Secret Service that are responsible for enforcing federal laws.

Question 16

Typical Weed and Seed efforts include(s)____________.

Accepted Answer

Typical Weed and Seed efforts can include a range of programs and initiatives, including weekend and after-school activities for youth, adult literacy classes, parental counseling, and other community-based strategies aimed at reducing crime and promoting safety and wellness.

Question 17

The seventeen different agencies that investigate violations of federal law is referred to as __________.Unlike state police agencies,few federal agencies engage in patrol work;most perform exclusively investigative functions.

Accepted Answer

The reference to "federal law enforcement" indicates that the answer is D, which correctly describes the topic of the question. The other options, crime commissions and progressivism, do not accurately describe the agencies or their functions. Professionalization may be a relevant concept in law enforcement, but it is not the focus of this question.

Question 18

The police departments of municipalities is called __________;this type of law enforcement also includes county sheriffs and special police agencies such as park,airport,transit,and university police.

Accepted Answer

Local police departments are responsible for law enforcement and maintaining public order in municipalities. This includes city police departments and county sheriffs, as well as special police agencies such as park, airport, transit, and university police. Preventive police refers to a specific approach to policing, while community policing emphasizes collaboration between police and communities. State police is a separate law enforcement agency that operates at the state level.

Question 19

The first organized police department in London,established in 1829,was called ___________.The popular English name for police officers,"bobbies," comes from Sir Robert Peel,a founder of the Metropolitan Police.

Accepted Answer

The first organized police department in London, established in 1829, was called "preventive police." The term "bobbies" for police officers is indeed derived from Sir Robert Peel's name, reflecting his foundational role in the establishment of the Metropolitan Police.

Question 20

A multiagency effort to combat multijurisdictional crimes allowing for pooling of evidence,personnel,and expertise and to reduce unnecessary duplication of effort is called a(n)__________.

Accepted Answer

A multijurisdictional task force is a collaborative effort between multiple law enforcement agencies to address crimes that cross over different jurisdictions. By pooling resources and expertise, these task forces can increase their effectiveness in combating these crimes and reducing duplication of effort. This approach is particularly useful in situations where crimes are complex or organized, and require extensive coordination and cooperation between law enforcement agencies. Other options listed, such as LEAA and Interpol, are specialized organizations that support law enforcement efforts but do not directly address multijurisdictional crimes. Transnational law enforcement is a broader term that encompasses a wide range of activities across national borders, including cooperation between different countries' law enforcement agencies.

Quiz 4: Origins and Organization of Law Enforcement