Question 1

Which of the following groups contains the highest number of individuals serving time for drug use in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Black Americans are disproportionately affected by drug laws and have a higher rate of drug use and possession arrests than other racial groups. Despite similar rates of drug use among different races, Black Americans make up a significantly higher percentage of incarcerated individuals for drug offenses.

Question 2

Henry works at the CIA and has access to confidential government information.The government of another country bribes him to pass on certain information.Henry agrees and
Provides them the necessary information.Which of the following crimes did Henry commit?

Accepted Answer

Henry committed a political crime by betraying his country and providing confidential government information to another country.

Question 3

Which of the following crimes cost the United States the most?

Accepted Answer

White-collar crime, such as embezzlement and fraud, can cost the U.S. hundreds of billions of dollars annually. This far outweighs the costs of other crimes, including kidnapping, street mugging, and hazing.

Question 4

Which of the following drugs is NOT listed as a drug that is easy to produce and that does not require specialized training for production?

Accepted Answer

Coca, poppies, and marijuana are all natural plants that can be grown and harvested for drug production without requiring specialized training. Ecstasy, on the other hand, is a synthetic drug that requires knowledge of chemistry and access to specialized equipment to produce. Therefore, D is the correct answer because it does not fit the description of drugs that are easy to produce without specialized training.

Question 5

Which of the following groups contains the highest number of drug users in the United States?

Accepted Answer

According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, in 2019, 19.4 million adults aged 18 or older reported using illicit drugs in the past year, and the majority (about 81%) of these illicit drug users were classified as White. Therefore, White Americans have the highest number of drug users in the United States.

Question 6

A new nonprofit organization to help juvenile delinquents consists of employees,including the president,working as volunteers.All the employees work for free.However,the president takes money from the organization's account to cover the costs of transportation and day care services she avails while at the agency.She classifies these expenses under the "various other organizational expenses" category and never takes more than what is required to cover her costs.Which of the following crimes did the president commit?

Accepted Answer

The president committed a white-collar crime by misusing the nonprofit organization's funds for personal expenses. While she may argue that it was only to cover her costs and she never took more than necessary, it is still illegal and unethical to use nonprofit funds for personal use.

Question 7

Cocaine powder is classified under schedule ________ of the controlled substance schedules.

Accepted Answer

Cocaine powder is classified under schedule II of the controlled substance schedules as it has a high potential for abuse but has an accepted medical use in certain circumstances. It also has severe psychological and physical dependence.

Question 8

A killing resulting from an offender's careless actions is called ________.

Accepted Answer

Involuntary manslaughter is a killing resulting from an offender's careless actions, without intent to kill or cause serious bodily harm. First-degree murder involves premeditation and intent, while voluntary manslaughter involves intent but with mitigating circumstances. Mass murder involves the killing of multiple people at once.

Question 9

A group of thieves breaks into an empty house with an intention to steal a TV.On entering the house,they realize that there is no TV in the house and leave without taking anything else.Which of the following crimes did the thieves commit?

Accepted Answer

Burglary is defined as breaking and entering someone's property with the intent to commit a theft or felony. In this scenario, the thieves entered the empty house with the intention to steal a TV, which constitutes burglary even though they did not end up taking anything. Robbery involves the use of force or fear to take someone's property, and white-collar crime typically refers to non-violent crimes committed in a business or professional setting. Treason refers to a crime against one's country.

Question 10

Henry works at the CIA and has access to confidential government information.The government of another country bribes him to pass on certain information.Henry agrees and provides them the necessary information.Based on this scenario,it is clear that Henry's actions directly challenge the state.Which of the following crimes did Henry commit?

Accepted Answer

Henry committed treason, as he betrayed his own country and provided confidential information to another country. Larceny, theft, and terrorism do not accurately describe his actions.

Question 11

A man breaks into an empty house,steals a few household items,and sneaks out of a window undetected.Which of the following did the man commit?

Accepted Answer

The man committed burglary, which is defined as entering a building unlawfully with the intent to commit a crime, usually theft. Battery involves physically harming someone, arson is the intentional setting of a fire, and robbery involves taking property from a person using force or threat of force. None of these apply to the scenario given.

Question 12

Drug regulation in the United States began in 1791,when Congress ________ that led to the so-called Whiskey Rebellion.

Accepted Answer

Congress passed a tax on whiskey in 1791, which led to the Whiskey Rebellion. This was the first significant federal tax on a domestic product and marked the beginning of drug regulation in the US. While B, C, and D are possible measures that could have been taken, they did not happen in this context.

Question 13

Crimes against public order often are called ________.

Accepted Answer

Victimless crimes are crimes that do not have an identifiable victim, such as drug use or gambling, but they still disrupt public order and are considered illegal. Crimes against public order can also include disorderly conduct, public intoxication, and disturbing the peace.

Question 14

What is the most common form of victimization in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Larceny, or theft, is the most common form of victimization in the United States. According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program, larceny accounted for over 70% of all reported property crimes in 2019. Burglary and robbery, while still significant forms of victimization, are reported at much lower rates in comparison. Assault is a form of personal victimization and does not fall under the category of property crimes, which is what is being asked for in this question.

Question 15

Crimes that threaten a government's survival are:

Accepted Answer

Political crimes are those that are committed against a government or political system, with the intention of undermining or overthrowing it. These crimes can include acts of terrorism, sedition, and even espionage. Because they directly threaten the stability and survival of a government, they are considered to be among the most serious crimes.

Question 16

A man enters a store with an intention to shop.While shopping,he notices the store clerk going to the back of the store leaving the counter and register unattended.Although he did not intend to steal when he entered the store,the man decides to take advantage of the opportunity.He walks to the counter,takes out the money from the cash register,and then leaves the store.Which of the following crimes did the man commit?

Accepted Answer

The man committed larceny, which is the unlawful taking of someone else's property without the use of force or violence. Robbery involves the use of force or violence, burglary involves the breaking and entering of someone else's property with the intent to commit a crime, and white-collar crimes typically involve financial fraud or other non-violent offenses committed by professionals or those in positions of power.

Question 17

Which group experiences more property crimes than the other age groups?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Which of the following is a difference between Schedule I and Schedule II drugs?

Accepted Answer

Schedule I drugs are considered as having no medical use, while Schedule II drugs are classified as having medical use but with a high potential for abuse and dependence. The other options (A, B, and D) are incorrect as Schedule II drugs are also illegal to possess or distribute without a prescription, and they are known to be addictive and have various methods of administration like Schedule I drugs.

Question 19

Drug use in minority neighborhoods is ________ than that in more affluent nonminority areas.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that drug use rates in minority neighborhoods are often similar to or only slightly higher than those in more affluent nonminority areas, challenging common stereotypes.

Question 20

The 1914 ________ required individuals who sold or dispensed opiates and cocaine to register annually,pay a fee,and file a federal tax form.

Accepted Answer

The Harrison Act, passed in 1914, required individuals who sold or dispensed opiates and cocaine to register annually, pay a fee, and file a federal tax form. It was one of the earliest federal drug control laws in the United States and aimed to regulate the sale and distribution of these drugs. The Volstead Act, passed in 1919, enforced the prohibition of alcohol in the United States. The Omnibus Drug Act and the Pure Food and Drug Act are also federal drug control laws but were passed in different years and dealt with different aspects of drug regulation.

Quiz 2: Types of Crime