History of Law Enforcement Quiz

Which ancient civilization had the first recorded police organization?

• Egypt

• Greece

• Rome

• England

What is the origin of the modern-day baton?

• Greece

• Rome

• Egypt

• England

What does the word 'police' mean in Greek?

• City

• Justice

• Fire

• Protection

Who established the first police force in Boston in 1631?

• Pharaoh Hur Moheb

• Alfred the Great

• Henry Fielding

• Stephen F. Austin

Which era of policing focused on maintaining order and providing service to the community?

• Political Era

• Professional Era

• Community Policing Era

• Post 9/11 Era

Who is known as the Father of Modern Law Enforcement?

• Pharaoh Hur Moheb

• August Vollmer

• Henry Fielding

• Frank Hamer

Which organization investigates cold cases, rural crimes, and major crimes in Texas?

• Texas Rangers

• Bow Street Runners

• Metropolitan Police Force

• Corps of Vigiles

What was the main suspect in the murder of Irene Garza?

• Henry Fielding

• Frank Hamer

• John Feit

• August Vollmer

Which era of policing saw the change from walking beats to driving in cars?

• Political Era

• Professional Era

• Community Policing Era

• Post 9/11 Era

What major event drastically changed law enforcement in the United States?

• Establishment of the first police force in Boston

• Creation of the Texas Rangers

• Invention of the modern-day baton

• September 11 terrorist attacks