Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Career Cluster Quiz

Who did Emperor Augustus appoint to serve as public safety officials in ancient Rome?

• Police officers

• Military leaders

• Firefighters and watchmen

• Civilian volunteers

Law enforcement personnel are expected to work on what type of schedule?

• Fixed schedule

• Shift schedule

• Part-time schedule

• Flexible schedule

When was the first city police department established in New York City?

• 1750

• 1845

• 1901

• 1776

What do many police officers recommend getting before making the decision to become a police officer?

• A college degree

• Experience in the field

• A business management degree

• A psychology degree

What is the main responsibility of individuals in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Career Cluster?

• Maintaining law and order

• Providing technological support

• Offering medical services

• Conducting scientific research

What was one of the reasons for the development of federal and state police?

• To reduce paperwork

• To expand the jurisdiction of police forces

• To increase public awareness

• To provide better healthcare

What is NOT required to work in correction services, according to the text?

• High stress tolerance

• Higher education

• Close interaction with inmates

• Employee benefits

What type of professionals are the individuals who respond to emergency situations in the Emergency and Fire Management Services Pathway?

• Law enforcement officers

• Private security guards

• Emergency and Fire Management Services professionals

• Healthcare workers

What is required for professionals in the emergency and fire management pathway in terms of work hours?

• Regular office hours

• Flexible work hours

• Working shifts during weekends and evenings

• Part-time work only

What is a characteristic of emergency and fire management positions in terms of physical demands?

• Low physical demands

• Moderate physical demands

• High physical demands

• No physical demands