Question 1

Within the context of the rights of crime victims,what does the right to reparations refer to?

Accepted Answer

The right to reparations refers to the victim's right to receive restitution from the offender and/or compensation from the state. This can include monetary compensation for any damages or losses incurred as a result of the crime.

Question 2

According to victimization surveys in Canada,what percentage of adults report more than one victimization in the past year?

Accepted Answer

According to victimization surveys in Canada, around 30% of adults report more than one victimization in the past year. This is based on data from the General Social Survey conducted by Statistics Canada.

Question 3

Which of the following does the textbook refer to as the Magna Carta for Victims?

Accepted Answer

The UN Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime and Abuse of Power (1985) is often referred to as the Magna Carta for Victims, as it is the first international declaration to recognize the rights of victims and provide guidelines for their treatment within the criminal justice system.

Question 4

Which of the following decades marked the beginning of pioneering efforts to address the needs of victims of crime?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

On which of the following does the textbook NOT blame the slow progress to attain victim rights in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The textbook does not blame the slow progress to attain victim rights in Canada on the lack of interest from the general public. The other options - A) lack of transparency in the development of policies to meet victim needs, B) legal bureaucracy, and C) resistance to change within the criminal justice system - are all mentioned as factors contributing to the slow progress in attaining victim rights.

Question 6

Through its criminal justice policies,the Conservative Government often uses victims of crimes for which of the following purposes?

Accepted Answer

The Conservative government often uses victims of crimes to justify punitive penalties for offenders, such as mandatory minimum sentences and tougher parole rules. This approach emphasizes punishment over rehabilitation and places a greater focus on the concerns of victims than on the rights of offenders.

Question 7

Which of the following best represents the key contribution of the World Society of Victimology to date?

Accepted Answer

The key contribution of the World Society of Victimology to date is influencing the creation of the United Nations resolution on the Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime and Abuse of Power. This resolution established fundamental principles and guidelines for the treatment of victims of crime and abuse of power at the international level. The other options are also important contributions, but the creation of this resolution has had a significant impact on the rights and treatment of victims globally.

Question 8

Which of the following groups does this chapter refer to as the "orphans" of the criminal justice system?

Accepted Answer

The chapter refers to victims as the "orphans" of the criminal justice system because they often feel neglected and unsupported throughout the process. Convicted offenders have already been processed by the system, alleged offenders are still going through the process, and witnesses have a specific role in the process.

Question 9

Which province was the first to implement a victim fine surcharge to help fund victims services?

Accepted Answer

Manitoba was the first province to implement a victim fine surcharge to help fund victims services, introducing this measure as part of its efforts to support victims of crime financially.

Question 10

According to a 2011 report by the Department of Justice,which of the following figures is closest to the total annual cost of harm to crime victims in Canada in 2008?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a major component of the UN Resolution on the Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime and abuse of Power of 1985?

Accepted Answer

The UN Resolution does not include a provision for national governments to pay for the costs of pain and suffering incurred by victims of crimes.

Question 12

All but one of the following represents an initiative that was initially part of the pioneering efforts to address the needs of crime victims.Which one is NOT considered one of these early initiatives?

Accepted Answer

The Victims' Bill of Rights was not one of the initial pioneering efforts; it came later as a legislative measure to protect victims' rights. The other options were part of early initiatives to support crime victims.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT one of the core rights of victims outlined in the textbook?

Accepted Answer

The right to publicize is not one of the core rights of victims outlined in the textbook. The core rights of victims include the right to assistance, the right to information, and the right to reparations.

Question 14

How frequently are victimization surveys administered in Canada?

Accepted Answer

According to Statistics Canada, the General Social Survey on victimization is administered every five years in Canada.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the traditional roles played by the victim within the criminal justice process?

Accepted Answer

Cross-examining the defendant during a criminal trial is not a traditional role played by the victim within the criminal justice process. This is the role of the prosecutor or defense attorney. The traditional roles played by the victim include calling police, providing evidence, and testifying in court.

Question 16

Which province was the first in Canada to provide compensation to victims of violence crime?

Accepted Answer

Saskatchewan was the first province in Canada to introduce a compensation program for victims of violent crime, doing so in 1976. This initiative set a precedent for other provinces to follow in providing financial assistance to victims.

Question 17

Which of the following best represents a victim fine surcharge?

Accepted Answer

The victim fine surcharge is a fine that is imposed on an offender as part of their criminal sentence. The funds collected from this surcharge are used to fund victim services and programs.

Question 18

According to a 2011 Department of Justice report,which of the following represents the single largest cost to crime victims in Canada?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2011 Department of Justice report, emotional pain and suffering represents the single largest cost to crime victims in Canada, with an estimated cost of $4.8 billion. This cost includes pain and suffering related to physical injuries, as well as psychological trauma such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Other costs to victims, such as health care and victim services and compensation programs, were also significant but did not outweigh the cost of emotional pain and suffering.

Question 19

Which branch of the criminal justice system is the costliest?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Which of the following is a principal reason victims of crime do not access services available to victims?

Accepted Answer

Police may not always inform victims about the available services, which can significantly impact the victims' ability to access support and resources.

Quiz 7: Victimology, Victim Services, and Victim Rights in Canada