Forensic Science CH.1 vocabulary quiz

What is the examination of physical evidence, interchangeable with Forensic Science, called?

• Pathology

• Criminalistics

• Entomology

• Polygraphy

What term describes anything that tends to establish or disprove a fact, including testimony, documents, and other objects?

• Evidence

• Booking

• Arraignment

• Violation

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What is the examination of bite marks and dental identification of corpses called?

• Entomology

• Pathology

• Odontology

• Polygraphy

What is the study of insects called?

• Palynology

• Entomology

• Pathology

• Odontology

What is the use of the "lie detector" called?

• Polygraphy

• Pathology

• Criminalistics

• Ballistics

What type of law involves regulation and enforcement of rights, setting the acceptable limits of conduct in society?

• Civil Law

• Common Law

• Criminal Law

• Statutory Law

What is the purpose of bail in the legal system?

• To ensure the defendant appears in court as directed

• To punish the defendant for their crime

• To provide financial support to the defendant

• To compensate the victim of the crime

What is the purpose of a preliminary or evidentiary hearing?

• To formally accuse a person of a crime

• To determine whether a person charged with a crime should be held for trial

• To bring accusations against suspected criminals

• To provide testimony from witnesses

What is the role of a grand jury?

• To formally accuse a person of a crime

• To determine the guilt or innocence of a defendant

• To inquire into a crime and bring accusations against suspected criminals

• To provide expert testimony in a trial

What does it mean to indict someone?

• To formally accuse a person of a crime

• To provide evidence in a trial

• To negotiate a plea bargain

• To testify as an expert witness