Quiz on Juvenile Delinquency and Crime Prevention

What does delinquency refer to?

• Any action approved by the majority

• Any action that deviates from acts approved by the majority

• Only criminal acts committed by adults

• Acts that conform to societal norms

How is juvenile delinquency defined?

• Behavior conforming to societal standards

• Anti-social behavior that does not conform with societal standards

• Behavior that is always punishable by law

• Acts that are only committed by adults

What is the age of majority as defined in the text?

• 21 years old

• 18 years old

• 16 years old

• 20 years old

What does the term 'juvenile delinquent' refer to?

• A child who has committed a crime and is treated like an adult

• A child who has never broken the law

• A young person who is incapable of taking full responsibility for their actions

• An adult who commits crimes against minors

What is a status offense?

• A behavior that is accepted by society

• An act that is illegal for minors but not for adults

• A crime that is punishable by life imprisonment

• Any act committed by an adult

What does the term 'parens patriae' mean?

• The state acting as a guardian for children

• A type of juvenile court

• A doctrine that punishes minors as adults

• A legal term for juvenile offenders

Which type of delinquent is characterized by chronic law-breaking?

• Social delinquents

• Environmental delinquents

• Emotionally maladjusted delinquents

• Psychiatric delinquents

What is the family immunity doctrine?

• A law allowing children to sue their parents

• A legal doctrine preventing unemancipated children from suing their parents

• A rule that holds parents accountable for their children's actions

• A guideline for foster care

What is the main focus of the psychological approach to delinquency?

• Medical conditions affecting behavior

• Genetic influences on behavior

• Deprivation of psychological needs leading to deviations in behavior

• Physical characteristics of offenders

What is the definition of a juvenile?

• A person below the age of majority

• An adult who commits crimes

• A minor who has been emancipated

• A child who is fully responsible for their actions