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Forensic Science Unit 1

Total questions: 78

Worksheet time: 53mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Charlotte is investigating a crime scene and finds dirt, pollen, hair, skin cells, and carpet fibers. These items are all examples of ______.

a)

DNA

b)

forensic science

c)

tool marks

d)

trace evidence

2.

During a burglary investigation, investigators find a type of fiber at the crime scene that could have come from any number of similar jackets. Which form of evidence can be associated with a group?

a)

Class

b)

Inidiviudal

c)

Testimonial

d)

Transient

3.

During a court trial, Nora claims that she saw Daniel near the scene of a crime, but she did not actually witness the crime itself. Her statement is based on what she thinks might have happened rather than direct observation or facts. What type of evidence is Nora providing?

a)

Transient

b)

Individual

c)

Testimonial

d)

Circumstantial

4.

At a crime scene, a fingerprint is found on a glass. Investigators determine that this fingerprint can be traced to a single source. What type of evidence is this?

a)

Transient

b)

Individual

c)

Class

d)

Circumstantial

5.

At a crime scene, investigators find a shoe print and determine the shoe size. What type of evidence is shoe size?

a)

Class

b)

Individual

6.

During a burglary investigation, Maya provides a statement about what she witnessed, while the police also find fingerprints at the scene. Which evidence is considered to be more reliable?

a)

Testimonial

b)

Physical

7.

During a forensic science seminar, Mason is asked to identify the individual often referred to as the Father of Forensics. Who should Mason choose?

a)

Edmond Locard

b)

Mathieu Orfila

c)

Francis Galton

d)

Calvin Goddard

8.

After investigating a burglary, Scarlett notices that there are tiny fibers and a footprint left at the scene. What forensic principle does this situation demonstrate?

a)

fingerprints can help identify people

b)

wherever there is contact, something is left behind (evidence)

c)

for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction

d)

there is always some type of DNA left at a crime scene

9.

Jackson walks into a room and notices the color of the walls, the arrangement of the furniture, and the scent of fresh paint. What is Jackson doing?

a)

What a person perceives using his or her senses

b)

A statement or assertion of information that can be verified

c)

deriving the consequences from the facts using a series of logical steps

d)

Conclusions drawn from assumptions and known facts

10.

Abigail walks into a kitchen and smells something sweet. She looks around and sees a pie on the counter. What is Abigail doing when she interprets the information received from her senses?

a)

Interpreting information received from the senses

b)

A statement or assertion of information that can be verified

c)

deriving the consequences from the facts using a series of logical steps

d)

Conclusions drawn from assumptions and known facts

11.

During a burglary investigation, the police find Ethan's fingerprints on the window, but no one saw him at the scene. The fingerprints are used to imply that Ethan was present, but they do not directly prove he committed the crime. This type of evidence is known as _______________ evidence.

a)

Direct

b)

Circumstantial

c)

Physical

d)

Biological

12.

During a burglary investigation, detectives found hair and blood at the crime scene. This type of evidence, which comes directly from a person or animal (body parts, fluids, hair, skin, blood, etc), is known as _______________ evidence.

a)

Direct

b)

Circumstantial

c)

Physical

d)

Biological

13.

At a crime scene, Maya discovers a fingerprint on a glass. This fingerprint could be an example of

a)

common evidence

b)

biological evidence

c)

individual evidence

d)

class evidence

14.

After a person passes away, a forensic investigator named Mason observes that the body is gradually losing heat and cooling down to match the surrounding temperature. What is this post-mortem cooling process called?

a)

algor mortis

b)

livor mortis

c)

rigor mortis

d)

pallor mortis

15.

During a forensic investigation, Ava observes that a body has become stiff a few hours after death. She recalls this phenomenon is called:

a)

Death stiffness

b)

Death color

c)

Death bloat

d)

Death heat

16.

During a forensic investigation, Priya is asked to identify the specific body failure that leads to a person's death. What is this called?

a)

mechanism of death

b)

decomposition

c)

manner of death

d)

cause of death

17.

During a forensic investigation, Isla is asked to identify one of five means by which someone dies. What is this called?

a)

death

b)

manner of death

c)

cause of death

d)

mechanism of death

18.

After a hiker named Liam was found deceased in the woods, the forensic team observed the stiffening of his skeletal muscles shortly after death. What is this phenomenon called?

a)

livor mortis

b)

autolysis

c)

rigor mortis

d)

algor mortis

19.

While investigating a crime scene, Scarlett observes the process of rotting and breakdown of organic matter. What is this process called?

a)

rigor mortis

b)

decomposition

c)

livor mortis

d)

putrefaction

20.

During a forensic investigation, Nora is found deceased. The forensic pathologist is asked to determine the immediate reason for Nora's death. What is this immediate reason called?

a)

death

b)

mechanism of death

c)

cause of death 

d)

manner of death

21.

Kai, an elderly woman, passes away quietly in her sleep at home. There are no indications of foul play. What is her manner of death?

a)

accidental

b)

homicidal

c)

natural

d)

undetermined

22.

During a burglary investigation, the police collected several types of evidence. Which of the following would not be considered direct evidence?

a)

blood left at the scene

b)

eye witness

c)

victim's testimony

d)

suspect's alibi

23.

During a burglary investigation, the police find a fingerprint at the crime scene. Which of the following is considered Circumstantial Evidence?

a)

eye witness testimony

b)

Suspect's alibi

c)

fingerprint

d)

Victim's testimony

24.

Nora arrives first at a crime scene as a forensic investigator. According to the 7 S's of Crime Scene Investigation, what is the first step she should take?

a)

Search for Evidence

b)

Scan the scene

c)

Separate the Witnesses

d)

Secure the scene

25.

Rohan is training to become a forensic investigator. During his training, he learns about different crime scene search patterns. Which of the following is NOT a crime scene search pattern?

a)

Spread

b)

Standard

c)

Circular

d)

All of them

26.

A freak apartment fire was reviewed and it turned out it was intentionally set. What does that mean about this crime?

a)

It was reconstructed.

b)

It has no motive.

c)

It was staged

d)

The fire was accidentally set.

27.

James witnessed a car accident and was later asked to describe what he saw. His testimony could be affected by...

a)

All of these

b)

Who else is around.

c)

How they felt that day.

d)

Religious views

28.

Aria is participating in a forensic investigation and wants to ensure she gathers accurate information from the crime scene. What should Aria do to be a good observer?

a)

Run all experiments more than once.

b)

Observe Systematically.

c)

Ask a lot of questions.

d)

Collect all possible evidence.

29.

Charlotte is trying to remember what happened during a recent event, but her memory is incomplete. What is something she might use to fill in the gaps in her memory?

a)

smell

b)

touch

c)

sight

d)

hear

e)

All of these

30.

While preparing evidence for a court case, Rohan is responsible for ensuring all procedures are followed correctly. Maintaining a ______ _____ _______ log is essential to present credible evidence in court.

a)

Turning off Filters

b)

Chain of Command

c)

Chain of Custody

d)

Evidence ID Forms

31.

Jackson arrives at a crime scene and begins walking around the outside of the area to see if anything is obvious about the crime.

a)

secure and protect the scene

b)

initiate preliminary survey

c)

prepare a narrative of the scene

d)

crime scene

32.

Detective Isla is investigating a case where only human skeletal remains have been found. She needs an expert who can help with the recovery of the remains, identifying the remains, interpreting trauma, and estimating the time of death for law enforcement.

Who should Detective Isla call for assistance?

a)

forensics

b)

forensic anthropologist

c)

crime scene

d)

approach the scene

e)

autopsy

33.

Rohan arrives first at the scene of a suspected burglary. He needs to determine the boundaries of the area and control who enters and exits to ensure evidence is preserved. What is this process called?

a)

secure and protect the scene

b)

initiate preliminary survey

c)

prepare a narrative of the scene

d)

crime scene

34.

Aria is investigating a mysterious case and needs to use scientific tests or techniques to help detect the crime. What is the term for these scientific methods?

a)

forensics

b)

forensic anthropologist

c)

crime scene

d)

approach the scene

e)

autopsy

35.

After a mysterious death in the city, Grace, a medical examiner, is called in to perform a specialized surgical procedure to determine the cause and manner of death. What is this procedure called?

a)

forensics

b)

forensic anthropologist

c)

crime scene

d)

approach the scene

e)

autopsy

36.

While investigating a crime scene, forensic experts analyze shoe impressions left behind. Which of the following CANNOT be determined from these shoe impressions?

a)

Age

b)

Body weight

c)

Surface the person walks on

d)

Activities of the wearer

37.

Aiden is a forensic expert who specializes in the study of teeth to provide facts that can be used as evidence in court. What is another name for this field of study?

a)

forensic anthropology

b)

forensic odontology

c)

forensic palynology

d)

forensic entomology

38.

Kai is watching a crime show where experts use scientific methods to solve mysteries and help the police. What is this field of science called?

a)

When scientists improve plants by using DNA

b)

The use of science in growing trees

c)

Any legal action that requires a police investigation

d)

When science is used for the purposes of the law

39.

Abigail has just started her job as a crime scene investigator. On her first day, her supervisor reminds her that her main responsibility is to .....

a)

interview witnesses

b)

conduct laboratory tests including electrophoresis

c)

determine the manner of death of a victim

d)

Objectively identify, collect and document evidence 

40.

Abigail is interested in becoming a forensic scientist. She wants to know what her job would involve if she chooses this career.

What are some of the main responsibilities of forensic scientists?

a)

analyze evidence

b)

testify in court

c)

both analyze and testify

d)

none

41.

Henry is working in a forensic laboratory and is responsible for analyzing materials found at crime scenes. What is the term for the examination of physical evidence that Henry is performing?

a)

The examination of physical evidence

b)

Investigators of sudden, unexplained, or violent death

c)

Anything that tends to prove or disprove a fact

42.

Kai is interested in pursuing a career that involves applying scientific methods to solve crimes. During his research, he comes across a field also known as Forensic Science. What is another name for this field?

a)

Polygraph

b)

DNA Analysis

c)

Criminalistics

d)

Anthropology

43.

David is investigating a crime scene. He remembers a principle that states whenever two objects come into contact, there is always a transfer of material between them. T or F: This principle means that objects in motion will stay in motion.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

During a high-profile court case, forensic scientist Nora is called to the witness stand. What can Nora testify about during the trial?

a)

Personal knowledge

b)

specialized scientific knowledge

c)

both

d)

neither

45.

During a criminal investigation, detectives are trying to identify a suspect. Which of the following can be used to identify a suspect?

a)

All of these

b)

DNA Evidence

c)

Fingerprints

d)

Dental records

46.

Grace was walking home when she witnessed a car accident. She immediately called for help, and soon the first responders arrived to secure the scene and ensure everyone's safety. Who are typically the first to arrive at a crime scene and secure the scene?

a)

detectives

b)

specialists

c)

district attorney

d)

police officers

47.

During a criminal investigation, Charlotte is tasked with analyzing various pieces of evidence collected from a crime scene. What can this evidence provide?

a)

proof that a crime has been committed

b)

establish key elements of a crime

c)

exonerate the innocent

d)

all of the above

48.

Officer Arjun is the first to arrive at a crime scene. After providing or obtaining medical assistance for the injured and making an arrest of suspects (if possible), what should Officer Arjun do immediately next?

a)

photograph the scene.

b)

search for evidence.

c)

make a rough sketch of the scene.

d)

secure the scene.

49.

Charlotte is a forensic investigator collecting evidence at a crime scene. Which of the following is a correct physical evidence collection procedure?

a)

All items collected from the same grid area should be packaged together.

b)

The victim's clothing should be obtained at the crime scene and vacuumed to obtain trace evidence.

c)

Bloodstained garments should be packaged separately in paper bags.

d)

Every item collected should be secured individually in a plastic bag to prevent contamination.

50.

At a recent crime scene, Nora was responsible for taking detailed notes. What must Nora's crime scene notes accurately record?

a)

the tasks assigned each investigator.

b)

personnel arrivals and departures from the scene.

c)

descriptions of evidence present at the crime scene.

d)

all the above

51.
Define the "Locard's Principle."
a)
the scientific examination of evidence in a criminal investigation
b)
states that criminals always take a trace of something with them or leave a trace of something behind at the scene of the crime
c)
a type of evidence
d)
the person who runs the Locard School
52.
material that connects an individual or thing to a group that share similar characteristics
a)
trace evidence
b)
individual evidence
c)
class evidence
53.
material that can be related to a single source
a)
individual evidence
b)
control evidence
c)
trace evidence
54.
The ability to establish the exact whereabouts of an item of evidence and under whose control it was from its collection at the crime scene to its presentation in the courtroom and everywhere in between is called
a)
chain of command
b)
record of evidence
c)
chain of custody
55.
While taking pictures at the crime scene, it is important to:
a)
Take pictures from far away.  Getting too close might contaminate the crime scene.
b)
Only observe the pictures in black and white.
c)
Use a ruler to provide evidence of scale (size).
d)
All of these are true.
56.
when securing a crime scene the two most important factors are to
a)
scan the scene, separate the witnesses
b)
safety of individuals, separate the witnesses
c)
see the scene, preserving evidence
d)
safety of individual, preserving evidence
57.
Blood-stained materials should be store in what type of container
a)
paper bags
b)
air-tight new paint can
c)
mason jar with a lid
d)
plastic bag with a seal
58.

True or False? Physical evidence is much less reliable than eyewitness testimony.

a)

True

b)

False

59.

One reason for the growth of crime labs in the US since the 1960s is

a)

More babies born

b)

Miranda Rights have to be read to suspects

c)

Fancier equipment

d)

More police officers have jobs.

60.

An example of individual evidence is

a)

a brand new pair of shoes

b)

a used car

c)

a used toothbrush

d)

transient

61.

Which of the following is an example of biological evidence?

a)

Tool marks

b)

Bloodstains

c)

Glass fragments

d)

Paint chips

62.

What is the primary purpose of securing a crime scene?

a)

To speed up the investigation

b)

To prevent contamination of evidence

c)

To allow media access

d)

To interview witnesses

63.

Which type of evidence is most likely to link a suspect to a single individual?

a)

Trace evidence

b)

Individual evidence

c)

Testimonial evidence

d)

Class evidence

64.

Search pattern best for large outdoor areas, uses many people.

a)

Grid

b)

Line

c)

Zone

d)

Spiral

65.

Which type of search pattern is shown in this image?

a)

Spiral seach

b)

Line search

c)

Grid search

d)

Zone search

66.

Which type of search pattern is shown in this image?

a)

Spiral seach

b)

Line search

c)

Grid search

d)

Zone search

67.

Evidence that establishes the existence of a fact that is in question without relying on inference is known as _______________ evidence.

a)

Direct

b)

Circumstantial

c)

Physical

d)

Biological

68.

________________ is a written record of all people who have had possession of an item of evidence

a)

The crime scene log

b)

Direct evidence

c)

Circumstantial evidence

d)

The chain of custody

69.
Striations (groves) on a fired bullet?
a)
Individual Characteristics
b)
Class Characteristics
70.
A paint chip is able to be linked to a manufacturer but NOT a specific car is an example of what?
a)
Individual Characteristics
b)
Class Characteristics
71.
The characteristics of a persons hand writing are what kind of characteristics?
a)
Individual Characteristics
b)
Class Characteristics
72.
Which is NOT an example of class evidence?
a)
Blood Type
b)
Hair Color
c)
Fingerprints
d)
Manufactured fibers
73.
Broken glass?
a)
Class Characteristics
b)
Individual Characteristics
74.

Which form of evidence can be associated with a group?

a)

Class

b)

Inidiviudal

c)

Testimonial

d)

Transient

75.

This evidence can be traced to a single source.

a)

Transient

b)

Individual

c)

Class

d)

Circumstantial

76.

What type of evidence is shoe size?

a)

Class

b)

Individual

77.

Which of the following is NOT true about circumstantial evidence?

a)

It can prove that a crime has been committed.

b)

It can exonerate the innocent.

c)

It tells exactly who is the perpetrator.

d)

It allows the reconstruction of events of a crime.

78.

Direct or Circumstantial Evidence: DNA Sample

a)

Direct

b)

Circumstantial