1. What is a Crime Scene?

What is the primary role of a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)?

• To document and collect physical evidence at the crime scene

• To interrogate suspects at the scene

• To cordon off the crime scene

• To provide first aid at the scene

What type of protective clothing does a CSI wear at a crime scene?

• Firefighter gear

• Full crime scene suit

• Police uniform

• Casual wear

What is the purpose of using stepping plates at a crime scene?

• To provide a platform for taking photographs

• To preserve the evidence by minimizing contamination

• To help the CSI feel more comfortable

• To mark the areas that have been searched

Which environmental factors are important to consider at an outdoor crime scene?

• Rain, snow, and strong wind

• The type of soil

• Nearby water bodies

• The presence of animals

What is the common approach path in the context of a crime scene?

• The path from the cordon to the focal point of the crime scene

• The path used by the criminal to escape

• The path used by the media

• The path for public spectators

Why might a CSI need to erect temporary structures at a crime scene?

• To provide shelter for the team

• To create a workspace for documenting evidence

• To protect evidence from environmental conditions

• To store equipment

What should a CSI do when interacting with a victim of a crime at an indoor scene?

• Immediately start collecting evidence without consent

• Ask for a property tour

• Focus only on technical aspects of the scene

• Be empathetic and have good communication skills

What might be necessary in more serious crimes involving indoor scenes?

• Hosting a press conference at the scene

• Removing objects and furnishings for examination

• Painting over damaged areas

• Replacing broken windows immediately

In vehicle crimes, what is a common focus for CSIs in less serious incidents?

• The entire vehicle

• The trunk

• The engine

• The point of entry, such as a broken window

What are basic principles common to all crime scenes?

• Using heavy machinery to excavate the site

• Allowing public access for transparency

• Immediate evidence removal

• Cordons, common approach paths, and systematic evidence collection