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Introduction to Forensics

Authored by Kathleen Elizabeth Schuyler-Figler

Science

11th - 12th Grade

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Introduction to Forensics
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

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Which of the following is the best definition of forensic science?

The science of studying dead people.
The application of science to the law.
The application of science to medicine.
The study of poisons.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

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Which section of the modern crime lab is responsible for evidence that is processed using chemistry, physics, and geology?

photography
biology
physical science
fingerprints

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Which unit of the modern crime lab is responsible for studying gunshot residues and toolmark impressions?

DNA
Fingerprint
Firearms
Physical Science

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

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Which crime lab unit is responsible for examining bodily fluids and organs for the presence of drugs and poisons?

Photography
Toolmarks
Toxicology
Evidence Collection

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Which entity maintains the largest crime laboratory in the world? 

LAPD
Scotland Yard
FBI
RHPD

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which forensic unit studies handwriting and typewriting on questioned documents, also may analyze paper or ink? 

Crime-scene Investigation Unit
Document Examination Unit
Print Analysis Unit
Linguistic Examination Unit

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of what forensic scientists do?

Examine evidence
Interrogate witnesses
Arrest suspects
Give press conferences to the media

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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