WorksheetsWatts CJ1 Mid-Term Study Guide
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
In order for effective verbal communication to occur, the message must be clear and ______________.
Present
Interpreted
Concise
Withheld
Slang terminology should always be used in order for the public to understand the message being conveyed.
True
False
Written communication should have all EXCEPT the following:
Moderate speed of speech
Correct grammar
Correct punctuation
Correct spelling
The individual who analyzes and interprets the message is the:
Speaker
Message
Receiver
Feedback
Why is it called "active listening"?
You stay active rather than sitting around.
It requires a lot of multi-tasking.
You use your eyes and brain as well as your ears.
You look very focused.
Which one is NOT part of active listening
Look at the person
Encourage the person to talk
Give advice
Use empathy
List three things that helps you communicate with those persons that is blind or vison impaired.
List a signs that indicate that a person could have Alzheimer's?
Memory loss
List one thing that helps you communicate with those persons that have Alzheimer's
What does de-escalation mean?
To calm aggression or emotion
To ignore aggression or emotion
To increase in extent, volume, or scope
To provoke aggression or emotion
How would you handle an individual who is irate, acting irrational, and becoming aggressive?
By provoking the individual further
By reacting emotionally and becoming aggressive
By ignoring the individual and walking away
By using verbal de-escalation techniques and active listening
What are two de-escalation programs that are used in LE development?
Management of Aggressive Behavior
None
Crisis Intervention Training
Verbal Judo
Which program was primarily developed for use in dealing with the mentally ill?
All
Verbal Judo
Crisis Intervention Training
Management of Aggressive Behavior
What is communication?
The use of body language
The development of understanding
The process of persuasion
The exchange of information
Why is communication important?
To establish and maintain relationships
To develop an understanding of other people
To solve problems
All
What is the importance of effective listening in the LPSCS profession?
To solve problems
To establish relationships
To gather information
To develop understanding
What is the significance of feedback in effective communication?
To confirm the message was understood
To show disinterest in the conversation
To interrupt the speaker
To change the topic of discussion
How does empathy contribute to effective communication?
By showing superiority over others
By understanding the emotions of the speaker
By disregarding the feelings of others
By focusing solely on facts
What is the definition of social media?
A method of communication used by criminals to plan illegal activities.
Websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking.
A tool used by law enforcement to investigate crimes.
A platform where police officers can post updates about their work.
How can law enforcement use social media as a tool to investigate?
By posting updates about ongoing investigations on social media platforms.
By monitoring and analyzing social media posts and activities of individuals involved in criminal activities.
By creating fake crimes to catch criminals.
By using social media to communicate with the community about speeding tickets
What are the main identifying components of a civil and criminal lawsuit?
Definition, Purpose, Petitioner, Rights, Decision, Standard of Proof, Burden Of Proof, Remedies, Appeals
Purpose, Petitioner, Rights, Decision, Standard of Proof, Burden Of Proof, Remedies, Appeals, Jury Opinion
Definition, Purpose, Petitioner, Rights, Decision, Standard of Proof, Burden Of Proof, Remedies, Appeals, Jury Opinion
Definition, Purpose, Petitioner, Rights, Decision, Standard of Proof, Burden Of Proof, Remedies, Jury Opinion
Why is the Standard of Proof higher in criminal court?
To give more power to the prosecution
To make the trial process longer
To make it easier for the defendant to prove their innocence
To ensure that innocent people are not wrongly convicted
Is it better to let a guilty man free or jail an innocent man?
It is better to jail an innocent man
It depends on the specific circumstances
It is better to let a guilty man free
Both options are equally bad
What are compensatory damages?
Damages awarded to deter others from similar actions
Damages awarded to compensate for actual losses or injuries
Damages awarded to punish the defendant
Damages awarded to prevent future harm
What are punitive damages?
Damages awarded to deter others from similar actions
Damages awarded to prevent future harm
Damages awarded to compensate for actual losses or injuries
Damages awarded to punish the defendant
What is the difference between civil and criminal law?
Civil law is more lenient than criminal law
There is no difference between civil and criminal law
Civil law deals with crime and punishment, while criminal law deals with disputes between individuals
Civil law deals with disputes between individuals, while criminal law deals with crime and punishment
What is the subject matter jurisdiction of both state and federal court systems?
State and federal courts have the same subject matter jurisdiction
State and federal courts have different subject matter jurisdiction depending on the case
State courts have jurisdiction over federal laws, while federal courts have jurisdiction over state laws
State courts have jurisdiction over state laws, while federal courts have jurisdiction over federal laws
Why is it important for peace officers to know the difference between civil and criminal law?
So they know when they can legally act on something
So they can enforce any court orders related to civil cases
So they can always be called to testify as witnesses at a civil trial
So they can make arrests in civil cases
What is the burden of proof in a criminal case?
The prosecution must prove the defendant guilty beyond a preponderance of the evidence
The defendant must prove their innocence beyond a reasonable doubt
The defendant must prove their innocence beyond a preponderance of the evidence
The prosecution must prove the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
What is the burden of proof in a civil case?
The claimant must prove the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
The defendant must prove their innocence beyond a reasonable doubt
The claimant must prove the defendant guilty beyond a preponderance of the evidence
The defendant must prove their innocence beyond a preponderance of the evidence
Safety plans for emergencies should be ______ as they are designed.
Followed
Encouraged
Discouraged
Optional
Simulation firearms are to be treated and used as if they are ______ and _______.
real/loaded
dangerous/unloaded
common/uncommon
real/fake
Handcuffs can cause ________ injuries to the wrist if not used correctly.
some
none
alot
permanent
What are the three Pillars of criminal justice?
Law Enforcement, Courts, Judges
Law Enforcement, Courts, Corrections
Judges, Lawyers, Attorneys
Legal, Private, Security
What type of law was considered "Retributive Justice", "Eye for an Eye"?
Lex Talionis
Semper Fi
Carpe Diem
Veni Vidi vici
What Country is known as the birthplace of democracy?
Greece
America
Rome
Spain
Which Greek aristocrat separated the Athenian government into the branches we know today?
Sir Patrick Ewing
Robert Peel
Darwin
Solon
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive , Government
Law Enforcement, Courts, Corrections
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Federal, State, Local
What is the English Parliament Act that created the 1st publicly funded police force?
London Metropolitan Act
Mullholand Security Act
Parliament Act 517
Police Reform Act
What are the four major historical periods of law enforcement in the US?
Political, Reform, Professional, Community
Reform, Metropolitan, Professional, Community
Political, Community, Metropolitan, Reform
Political, Reform, Professional, Metropolitan
What is considered the fourth pillar of criminal Justice?
Reform
Private
Federal
Security
What are the three levels of law enforcement?
State, Local, Municipal
Federal, Local, US
Federal, State, Municipal
Federal, State, Local
Which type of court handles most trial cases?
Federal
Local
State
Municipal
Which pillar of criminal justice carries out the sentence determined by the court?
Law Enforcement
Corrections
Courts
Security
What are three tests to determine the Ethics of others?
Morals, Integrity, Principals
Integrity, Ethics, Code of Conduct
Morals, Integrity, Lie Detector
Principals, Integrity, Ethics
Where does law enforcement get their rank structure?
Hamurabi
August Vollmer
August Vollmer
Military
Which rank structure order is correct for the Police?
Chief, Captain, Sgt, Assistant Chief
Captain, Lieutenant, Sargent, Corporal
Chief, Captain, Patrol, Sgt
Chief, Captain, Corporal, Lieutenant
What meal is more likely served at the Police Academy?
Fast Food
Healthy & Balanced
Quick & Easy
Hearty & Fast
Name two basic medical fundamentals that police are trained in.
CPR & Tourniquets
CPR & JuJitsu
Rescue Positions & Resting Back Position
Tourniquets & Resting Back Position
What are the two most common mental stress diagnoses in Law Enforcement?
Fatigue & PTSD
PTSD & CPR
Fatigue & Administration
PTSD & Administration
