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WorksheetsTCOLE Exam 1
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins
In Texas, Stephen F. Austin employed a militia group to protect the settlers from Indian and bandit raids. this group later became known as__________. (2)
Texas Department of Public Safety
Constables
Texas Rangers
The watch and ward system
A steady yellow light is __________. (22)
a warning alerting the operator to proceed cautiously
a warning to vehicular traffic that the related green movement is being terminated and that a red light will soon be exhibited
an indication that the operator must bring the vehicle to a full stop before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection
a warning that the operator may not enter the intersection
none of the above
__________ is the name given to a variety of writs with the objective of bringing a party before a court, or judge. The primary function of which is release from unlawful incarceration. (7)
Writ of Certiorari
Writ of Mandamus
Writ of Habeas Corpus
Writ of Audita querela
For the purposes of consular notification and the instructions in this manual, a "foreign national" is any person who is not a U.S. citizen. (13)
True
False
Is it a crime to walk across a railroad track at a point other than a roadway or pedestrian walkway? (8)
Yes
No
Only at night
Only when a train is approaching
Never
__________ provides: (35)
Immediate traffic control
Person-to-person contact
Good public/community relations
Increased knowledge of physical beat
Develops informants
Increased knowledge of community needs and potential crime hazards
Mounted patrol
Foot patrol
Fixed wing/Helicopter patrol
Automobile patrol
A person commits Disorderly Conduct if he/she intentionally or knowingly does which of the following? (8)
Uses vulgar language, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace.
Makes an offensive gesture and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace.
Fights with another in a public place.
Displays a firearm in a manner calculated to alarm.
Any of the above are elements of disorderly conduct.
According to the CCP and case law, an officer/ supervisor __________ intervene in cases of excessive use of force. (28)
Should
May
Must
Can
Which of the following are key principles of the CDM? (27)
Police ethics
Sanctity of human life
Speed of response
A & B
A, B & C
Objectivity involves the __________ without distortion by personal feelings or prejudices. (1)
Expression or use of facts
Use of Ethics
Use of Professionalism
None of the above
Offenses against public administration are located in Title __________ of the Texas Penal Code. (1)
2
8
6
7
Proper proof of insurance requires which of the following? (22)
Vehicle identification number
policy number
Expiration date
all of the above
none of the above
Which of the following is a physiological effect of pro-longed consumption of alcoholic beverages? (3)
Mild, but not life-threatening, stomach disorders
Cirrhosis of the liver
Improved coordination and emotional reactions
Increased ability to anticipate and react to danger
A person commits this offense if he intentionally or knowingly leaves a child in a motor vehicle for longer than five minutes. (8)
Leaving a child in a vehicle
Abandonment
Negligence
Unfit to parent
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, which of the following is not a use of force option for dispersing a riot? (9)
command the group to disperse
arrest the persons involved with a warrant
arrest the persons involved without a warrant
use any degree of force
The five steps of the CDM include: (27)
Collect information
_______________________
Consider police powers and agency policy
Identify options and determine best course of action
Act, review, and re-assess
Assess Strengths and Weaknesses
Assess Opportunities and Threats
Assess Situation, Threat, and Risks
Assess Information
What are possible personal symptoms when encountering a homicide in progress? (35)
Loss of peripheral vision
Intense physical duress
Holding ones breathe or increased rate of breathing
All of these
Which of the following best describes the TCOLE L-3 form? (4)
Appointment of PO, jailer, elected/appointed officials
Medical, drug screen information for a licensee
Report required psychiatric information for a licensee
Notify TCOLE of the separation / termination of a licensee
Policing philosophy that promotes and supports organizational strategies to address the causes and reduce the fear of crime and social disorder through problem-solving tactics and community-police partnerships. (2)
"Closed door" Policing
"Open door" Policing
Open forum Policing
Community Policing
__________ is means the common area at the junction of two highways, other than the junction of an alley and a highway. (22)
Crossing
Intersection
Termination area
Warning area
In reference to Penal Code 30.05 Criminal Trespass, "entry" on property of another would include which of the following? (8)
An arm
An object connected with the body
The entire body
All of the above
None of the above
What is the minimum number of rounds required for fully automatic weapon proficiency? (41)
30
50
100
25
A person may not be prosecuted for or convicted of an offense (other than perjury, aggravated perjury, or traffic offenses) that he/she committed when __________. (8)
younger than 18 years of age
younger than 17 years of age, unless juvenile court waives jurisdiction
younger than 18 years of age, unless juvenile court waives jurisdiction
younger than 15 years of age, unless juvenile court waives jurisdiction
The major classifications of drugs include narcotics, depressants, stimulants and __________. (15)
opiates
amphetamines
dilatants
hallucinogens
A peace officer or peace officer supervisor has the duty to __________ if officers are engaging in the excessive use of force. (28)
laugh at
mock
intervene
reconcile
Vehicle, engine, parking unit too close to scene, radio volume too loud, seat belts/pop the buckle are __________. (35)
Distractions
Telltale noises
Detractors
Interference
The most common cognitive disorder of older people is __________. An individual experiencing this disease may get lost easily, have poor memory, and become easily agitated. (29)
Borderline
Alzheimer’s
Paranoia
Schizophrenia
What Chapter of the Texas Administrative Code deals with Specialized Licenses? (4)
219
221
223
225
How many officers have been killed by a dog over the past 50 years? (39)
2
10
0
100
The condition of the body which enables an individual to use his/her body in activities requiring balance, speed and power, without undue fatigue or exhaustion best describes __________. (3)
wellness
optimal well-being
dynamic strength
physical fitness
body composition
Which of the following is considered an emergency vehicle? (34)
Mayoral vehicle
Tissue bank vehicle not in an emergency
Volunteer firefighter not answering alarm
Police vehicle
__________ is the condition of the human organism that consists of its health and disease status and risk potential. (3)
Ergonomics
Wellness
Fitness
Physiology
One of the advantages of the rear approach to suspects is __________. (31)
may provoke physical resistance
surprise
loss of surprise
communication
Putrefaction is the decomposition of body tissues. Onset and rate are influenced by the __________ of the environment. Principal changes involve bloating of the body by gas, darkening of the skin in suspended parts of body, green discoloration of the abdominal area, and the formation of blisters filled with fluid or gas, may help in approximating time of death. (32)
weather
layout
place
temperature
In a fight or flight stress situation, a person becomes __________. (3)
exhausted
exhilarated
animated
vocal
Each law enforcement agency in this state shall adopt a detailed written policy on racial profiling. (6)
True
False
Which of the following tactical concepts is beneficial in releasing control of a situation to another individual and provides officers with time and distance? (27)
Distance + Cover
Time
Tactical Repositioning
Tactical Pause
Tactical Disengagement
What triggers PTSD? (3)
Birth of a child
Special event
A promotion
Traumatic event
During arrest, in clear language, advise the subject the reason for the arrest, subjects may resist officers just because __________. (31)
They do not understand why they're being arrested
They are innocent
They have a criminal background
All of the above
Something that an officer must do in every situation is to maintain a professional __________. (28)
Look
Appearance
Uniform
Attitude
__________ is the knowledge that the criminal investigator gathers from other persons. (32)
Instrumentation
Information
Evidence
Tools
A common reason for deviating from a drug schedule is __________. (29)
exterior factors (such as family and friends) telling them to not take them
nasty side effects
preferred themselves off the drugs
perceived ineffectiveness
States' rights are enumerated in which amendment? (7)
Eighth
Ninth
Tenth
Fourteenth
A blood specimen must be taken __________. (23)
by a trained medical professional
by another peace officer with yourself present
a registered nurse
by yourself
What is an example that deadly force is justified? (39)
When a dog barks loudly at you.
When a dog tucks his tail and hides from you.
When a dog's hackles stand up and he growls at you from a distance.
When a dog bites continuously, gripping the body.
If a co-worker has an alcohol problem and they refuse help you must tell __________. (3)
a pastor
a counselor
the city manager
a supervisor
__________ means the delivery of a controlled substance in the course of professional practice or research, by a practitioner or person acting under the lawful order of a practitioner, to an ultimate user or research subject. (15)
Dispense
Distribute
Delivery
Circulate
__________ means a divided, controlled-access highway for through traffic. (22)
Freeway
Highway
Alley
Driveway
Which of the following is not one of the suggested stress reduction techniques? (3)
Don't hold everything inside - discuss feelings with others
Use relaxation techniques and get necessary sleep and rest
Limit your friends to a close network of police friends
Exercise
Avoid smoking and alcoholic beverages
A child can be detained in which of the following area? (33)
in a jail with adults
a holding facility with adults
a holding area certified by the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission
none of the above
