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Ch 1

Total questions: 41

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Adam and Gabriella are working on a science project where they need to examine physical evidence found at a mock crime scene. What is the scientific field called that involves the examination of physical evidence?

a)

evidence

b)

criminalistics

c)

ballistics

d)

forensic psychology

2.

During a classroom discussion, Cailynn and Dylan are trying to solve a mystery. They are looking for anything that tends to establish or disprove a fact. What are they searching for?

a)

criminalistics

b)

ballistics

c)

psychology

d)

evidence

3.

During a science fair, Kyrah and Dylan are discussing the science that deals with the motion, behavior, and effects of projectiles. What is this science called?

a)

ballistics

b)

criminalistics

c)

evidence

d)

none of the other choices

4.

During a science fair, Kyrah and Ivan present a project about how teeth can be used to solve crimes by providing evidence in court. What is another name for this field of study?

a)

Forensic Entomology

b)

Forensic Anthropology

c)

Forensic Odontology

5.

During a science class, Gabriella and Dylan are discussing the investigation of sudden unexplained or violent death. Which field are they talking about?

a)

odontology

b)

entomology

c)

pathology

d)

palynology

6.

During a science fair, Ivan and Baylee are discussing the branch of science that focuses on the study of pollen and spores. Which field are they talking about?

a)

odontology

b)

entomology

c)

pathology

d)

palynology

7.

Serenica and Taylor are working on a science project about the study of insects. What is the correct term for this field?

a)

odontology

b)

entomology

c)

pathology

d)

palynology

8.

During a school science fair, Layla and Adam demonstrate the use of a device that measures physiological responses to determine if someone is telling the truth. What is this practice called?

a)

entomology

b)

polygraphy

c)

palynology

d)

pathology

9.

During a classroom discussion, Baylee and Dylan are talking about laws that are created by legislative bodies to declare, command, or prohibit certain actions. What type of law are they referring to?

a)

common law

b)

case law

c)

statutory law

d)

civil law

10.

Justice and Baylee are discussing the body of law that is made up of judicial opinions and precedence. What is this type of law called?

a)

statutory law

b)

common law

c)

civil law

d)

none of the other choices

11.

Olivia files a lawsuit against Taylor to protect her property rights, and the case does not involve any criminal charges. What type of law deals with noncriminal suits brought to protect or preserve a civil right?

a)

statutory law

b)

common law

c)

case law

d)

civil law

12.

Layla and Ivan are discussing how society sets acceptable limits of conduct and enforces rights when someone breaks the law. What area of law are they talking about?

a)

criminal law

b)

civil law

c)

common law

d)

there is no law

13.

Exodus and Aidyn are studying criminal law. They learn that a crime punishable by imprisonment for more than a year in a state prison or federal prison, or by a fine of more than $1,000, or both, or death is called a(n)

a)

Criminal Act

b)

Felony

c)

Misdemeanor

d)

White Collar Crime

14.

Justice was caught committing an offense that is punishable by imprisonment in a county or city jail for one year or less, a fine of $1,000 or less, or both. What is this type of crime called?

a)

Felony

b)

Arbitrary Crime

c)

Misdemeanor

d)

Bribery

15.

Dylan and Gabriella were walking home when they saw someone breaking into a car. A reasonable and prudent person would conclude a crime was committed. What is this standard called?

a)

Intent

b)

Probable Cause

c)

Self-Defense

d)

Defense

16.

Solora is brought to court after being charged with a crime. What is the first act in the criminal proceeding where she hears the charges and enters a plea?

a)

Arraignment

b)

Preliminary Hearing

c)

Bail

d)

Indictment

17.

During a mock trial in class, Dylan is told that there is a formal written accusation stating there is enough evidence to try someone for a crime. What is this document called?

a)

Indictment

b)

Bail

c)

Immunity

d)

Plea Bargain

18.

After Ivan enters a plea in court, he could request a ____

a)

Plea Bargain

b)

Preliminary Hearing

c)

Appeal

d)

Subpoena

19.

During a class discussion, Kamber and Ivan are learning about the specific factors or parts of a crime. What are these called?

a)

booking

b)

elements

c)

misdemeanor

d)

infraction

20.

Tyler and Kamber were caught jaywalking and were given fines and assigned community service. What type of offense did they commit?

a)

Misdemeanor

b)

Criminology

c)

Infraction

d)

Criminalistics

e)

Felony

21.

When Lucas was taken into custody by the police, he was informed of certain rights guaranteed by the constitution. What are these rights called?

a)

bill of rights

b)

booking rights

c)

arraignments rights

d)

miranda rights

22.

After Kamber was brought to the police station, basic information about her was recorded, and a photograph and fingerprints were taken. What is this process called?

a)

arrest

b)

booking

c)

arraignment

d)

none of the other choices

23.

During a mock trial in class, Adam is formally accused of a crime as part of the lesson. What is this formal accusation called?

a)

Indictment

b)

Bail

c)

Immunity

d)

Plea Bargain

24.

During a mock trial at school, Taylor is called to the front as the accused, and the formal charges in the information/indictment are read aloud. What is this court proceeding called?

a)

Arraignment

b)

Preliminary Hearing

c)

Bail

d)

Indictment

25.

Justice is accused of a crime, and evidence against Justice is presented to the court to determine whether the case is sufficient to be taken to trial. This happens during the

a)

Arraignment

b)

Preliminary Hearing

c)

Bail Hearing

d)

Indictment

26.

During a court hearing, Gabriella decides to enter a plea without actually admitting guilt. What is this type of plea called?

a)

nolo contendere

b)

ex post factō

c)

non compos mentis

d)

in flagrante delictō

27.

During a mock trial in class, Kamber is accused of a serious crime. The teacher offers Kamber the option to plead guilty to a less serious crime so that the serious charge will be dropped. What is this agreement called?

a)

Bargain

b)

Bail Bargain

c)

Plea Bargain

d)

Contempt of Court

28.

When Dylan was arrested, a sum of money or property was given or pledged to guarantee that he would appear for a preliminary hearing. What is this called?

a)

Bail

b)

Bond

c)

Arrangement

d)

Jail IOU

29.

During a science class, Ivan and Luna are discussing types of evidence. Ivan asks Luna, "What do you call evidence that proves something?"

a)

Forensic science

b)

Indict

c)

Probative

d)

Admissible

e)

Ethics

30.

During a mock trial in class, Olivia testifies about what she heard someone else say about the incident. What is this type of statement called?

a)

Prosecutor

b)

Adjournment

c)

Hearsay

d)

Sustained

31.

During a mock trial in class, Dylan is called to the stand to explain complex scientific evidence. Who is an "expert witness" in this scenario?

a)

someone who has knowledge of the subject beyond what an average person would be expected to know.

b)

someone who "knows everything"

c)

someone with very strong opinions on the matter - opinions which may or may not be backed by evidence.

d)

anybody with Google access

32.

During a school field trip, Gabriella, Ivan, and Joslyn observe a demonstration of a crime scene investigation. The instructor explains the roles of different professionals involved. Which of the following is NOT a member of the crime scene team?

a)

fireman

b)

policemen

c)

medical examiner

d)

Lab experts

33.

Olivia and Ivan are discussing how laws are made. Olivia asks, "What is it called when a judge in a specific area makes a law based on previous court decisions?" Which of the following is the correct term?

a)

statutory

b)

civil

c)

criminal

d)

common

34.

Luna and Taylor are having a disagreement over where their property lines are. Which of the following laws applies to their situation?

a)

statutory

b)

civil

c)

criminal

d)

common

35.

During a class discussion, Kyrah and Taylor are learning about what makes an act a crime. In order for it to be a crime, it must be all of the following except

a)

discovered

b)

prosecution

c)

identify a suspect

d)

written report

36.

Solora and Baylee are reviewing a situation where someone broke into a store. When a reasonable and prudent person looks at the information and concludes a crime has been committed, what is this called?

a)

probable cause

b)

violations

c)

elements

d)

nolo contendere

37.

During a court hearing, Dylan is accused of a crime. He neither admits nor denies committing the crime but accepts the punishment. What is this called?

a)

stare decisis

b)

nolo contendere

c)

plea bargaining

d)

none of the other choices

38.

Lynlie is charged with a crime, and there is a hearing before the judge to determine whether she should be held for trial. What is this hearing called?

a)

preliminary hearing

b)

arraignment

c)

indict

d)

none of the other choices

39.

During a science club meeting, Kyrah and Tiffany discuss a method that is generally accepted in the community even though it lacks scientific proof. What is this concept called?

a)

frye standard

b)

daubert ruling

c)

junk science

d)

none of the other choices

40.

During a science fair, Dylan and Layla are discussing how evidence is accepted in courtrooms. Dylan mentions that evidence must be scientifically proven before it can be used. What is this standard called?

a)

frye standard

b)

daubert ruling

c)

junk science

d)

none of the other choices

41.

During a science fair, Lucas and Olivia come across a presentation that uses theories based on distorted, flawed or untested hypothesis. What is this type of science called?

a)

frye standard

b)

daubert ruling

c)

junk science

d)

none of the other choices