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Introduction to Criminology (1)

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 38mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which among the following concepts are emphasized under the Classical School of Criminology?I.

I. Deterrence through swift, certain, and proportionate punishment
II. Consideration of mental illness and age in determining guilt
III. Free will and rational choice
IV. Punishment as retribution and not rehabilitation

a)

I, II and III only

b)

I, III and IV only

c)

II and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

2.

Under the Neo-Classical School of Criminology, which of the following are applied?

I. The offender's intent and age must be considered
II. Justice must be absolute and equal for all
III. Individualized sentencing and partial responsibility
IV. Free will is still valid but not absolute

a)

I, III and IV only

b)

I and II only

c)

II, III and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

3.

Which school introduced the idea that crime is a result of biological, psychological, and social factors?

a)

Positivist School of Criminology

b)

Neo-Classical School of Criminology

c)

Classical School of Criminology

d)

Social Defense Theory

4.

Which of the following statements about Classical and Positivist schools is/are correct?

I. Classical promotes punishment as a deterrent; Positivist promotes rehabilitation.
II. Positivist School believes offenders lack rational free will.
III. Classical School believes crime is caused by psychological trauma.


a)

I only

b)

I and II only

c)

II and III only

d)

I, II and III

5.

A person who commits a petty crime due to poverty and poor education may be best understood under which school of thought?

a)

Neo-Classical

b)

Positivist

c)

Classical

d)

Rational Choice Theory

6.

Which principle is not shared by both the Classical and Neo-Classical Schools?

a)

Human behavior is rational

b)

Punishment must deter crime

c)

All individuals have equal capacity for free will

d)

Justice should be proportionate to the offense

7.

Which among the following concepts are applied in a modern integrated criminal justice policy?

I. Deterrence
II. Individualized justice
III. Scientific rehabilitation
IV. Totalitarian enforcement


a)

I, II and III only

b)

II, III and IV only

c)

I and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

8.

In what way does the Neo-Classical School influence the Philippine justice system?

a)

Through penal policies that promote torture

b)

Through consideration of minors and mental illness in sentencing

c)

Through mandatory minimum sentencing laws

d)

Through limiting discretion in judicial rulings

9.

Which principle reflects the Positivist School's approach to criminal punishment?

a)

Retribution

b)

Incapacitation

c)

Rehabilitation

d)

Deterrence

10.

Which among the following best represents a Positivist approach to crime prevention?

a)

Executing all repeat offenders

b)

Increasing prison sentences to instill fear

c)

Creating programs to improve community mental health

d)

Mandating corporal punishment in jails

11.

A judge refuses to give a full prison sentence to a 15-year-old with autism who stole from a store. Which principle is being applied?

a)

Proportional punishment

b)

Restorative justice

c)

No responsibility

d)

Utilitarianism

12.

A 2023 news report highlighted a barangay-based rehab program for drug offenders focusing on counseling, family dynamics, and social reintegration. Which school of thought best supports this program?

a)

Classical

b)

Neo-Classical

c)

Positivist

d)

Social Disorganization Theory

13.

A legal provision punishes all crimes equally, regardless of motive or background. What school does this approach reflect?

a)

Classical

b)

Neo-Classical

c)

Positivist

d)

Humanitarianism

14.

A new law mandates psychological profiling and community-based treatment for non-violent juvenile offenders. This reflects influence from which school(s)?

a)

Classical only

b)

Neo-Classical and Positivist

c)

Classical and Neo-Classical

d)

Positivist only

15.

Which scenario reflects a Classical approach to crime prevention?

a)

A barangay installs CCTV and signs showing penalties for theft

b)

A judge sends a drug user to therapy

c)

A criminologist designs a personality test for robbery suspects

d)

Police release a suspect due to insanity

16.

Which of the following behaviors constitute deviance but not crime?

I. A student shouting during a prayer
II. Wearing a bikini at a conservative church service
III. Smoking marijuana where it is illegal
IV. Speaking loudly in a library

a)

I, II and IV only

b)

I and III only

c)

II and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

17.

Which among the following describe mala in se acts?

a)

Acts inherently evil or morally wrong

b)

Acts that violate codified law regardless of morality

c)

Acts such as murder, rape, and robbery

d)

Acts defined as wrong only by statute

18.

What distinguishes folkways from mores and laws?

a)

Folkways are enforced by religious institutions

b)

Folkways carry no formal punishment

c)

Folkways involve criminal intent

d)

Folkways are dictated by legal statutes

19.

Which of the following correctly describe the Consensus Model of lawmaking?

a)

Laws reflect shared moral values

b)

Laws aim to protect collective interests

c)

Laws are shaped by the most powerful social groups

d)

Lawmaking involves social agreement

20.

In contrast to the Consensus Model, the Conflict Model views laws as:

a)

Agreements forged by religious leaders

b)

Norms that regulate small communities

c)

Instruments of social control by elites

d)

Codified moral teachings of majority

21.

Interactionist Model suggests that criminality is a result of:

a)

Personal decisions

b)

Biological predisposition

c)

Legal interpretation

d)

Social reaction and labeling

22.

Which among the following exemplify mala prohibita acts?

I. Smoking in public places
II. Theft of government property
III. Jaywalking
IV. Littering


a)

I, III and IV only

b)

II and III only

c)

I and II only

d)

I, II, III and IV

23.

An act that violates social expectations but is not against the law is categorized as:

a)

Criminal behavior

b)

Folkway

c)

Deviance

d)

Mores violation

24.

A college implements a dress code prohibiting sandals in labs. This is an example of:



a)

Law

b)

Mores

c)

Folkway

d)

Crime

25.

A person commits tax evasion but claims moral innocence. Under which legal concept is this offense classified?

a)

Mala in se

b)

Mala prohibita

c)

Legal fiction

d)

Criminal immunity

26.

A barangay in Albay enforces a curfew for minors after 10 p.m. without formal city ordinance. Teens are warned but not fined. This enforcement is based on:

a)

Norms

b)

Laws

c)

Mores

d)

Deviance

27.

A new law proposes making catcalling and street harassment punishable by fine. What transition is this reflecting?

a)

From deviance to mala prohibita

b)

From folkway to mala in se

c)

From crime to mores

d)

From law to custom

28.

Which among the following describes first-degree murder?

I. Intentional killing
II. With prior planning or premeditation
III. Occurs in the heat of passion
IV. Executed with specific means like poison or ambush


a)

I, II and IV only

b)

I, II, III and IV

c)

II and III only

d)

I and IV only

29.

Which of the following offenses fall under sexual assault?

I. Non-consensual sexual contact
II. Sexual activity with minors
III. Unwanted verbal sexual remarks
IV. Marital sexual abuse

a)

I, II and IV only

b)

I, II, III and IV

c)

II and III only

d)

I and IV only

30.

A person impulsively kills his spouse after discovering infidelity. This is classified as:

a)

Second-degree murder

b)

Voluntary manslaughter

c)

Involuntary manslaughter

d)

Felony murder

31.

An intoxicated driver accidentally kills a pedestrian. This is classified as:

a)

Voluntary manslaughter

b)

Murder

c)

Involuntary manslaughter

d)

Negligent homicide

32.

Which among the following best describes felony murder?

a)

Killing as part of legal defense

b)

Killing while attempting another crime

c)

Premeditated murder with money motive

d)

Killing caused by accident

33.

Conklin's Typology: Which robber typically plans crimes and depends on robbery for income?

a)

Alcoholic robber

b)

Addict robber

c)

Opportunistic robber

d)

Professional robber

34.

Which statements correctly describe opportunistic robbers under Conklin's Typology?

I. Commit unplanned robberies
II. Are often under the influence of drugs
III. Act without significant preparation
IV. Target based on opportunity

a)

I, III and IV only

b)

I, II and IV only

c)

II and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

35.

Which of the following best describes a spree killer?

a)

Commits multiple murders in one location

b)

Kills victims over a long period with cooling-off intervals

c)

Commits several murders across locations without cooling-off periods

d)

Kills many victims as part of a cult

36.

A man kills five people in one day at a mall. This is classified as:

a)

Mass murder

b)

Serial murder

c)

Spree murder

d)

First-degree murder

37.

What key feature differentiates serial murder from spree murder?

a)

Number of victims

b)

Premeditation

c)

Cooling-off periods between killings

d)

Victim selection

38.

A man sexually assaults his spouse repeatedly against her will. This is an example of:

a)

Marital rape

b)

Statutory rape

c)

Consensual abuse

d)

Legal sex under marriage

39.

A person forcibly kisses a stranger and touches them inappropriately. This is categorized as:

a)

Harassment

b)

Sexual battery

c)

Statutory rape

d)

Lewd conduct

40.

Which of the following acts are included under mass murder?
I. Killing of 3 or more individuals
II. Single event, often in one location
III. Motivated by religious rituals
IV. May include suicide


a)

I, II and IV only

b)

I and II only

c)

I, II and III only

d)

I, II, III and IV

41.

Which of the following is TRUE about statutory rape?

a)

It occurs only in schools

b)

It is defined by lack of consent

c)

It may occur even if the minor agrees

d)

It applies only when the offender is over 30

42.

A robbery suspect says he was drunk and unaware of his actions. What type is he?

a)

Professional robber

b)

Opportunistic robber

c)

Alcoholic robber

d)

Addict robber

43.

Under Republic Act No. 11131, which of the following describe the functions of the Professional Regulatory Board for Criminology (PRB-C)?
I. Administers the licensure examination for criminologists
II. Conducts disciplinary hearings for violations under Section 22
III. Registers criminology professors automatically
IV. Adopts and Implements the Code of Ethics for Criminologists

a)

I, II and IV only

b)

I and III only

c)

II, III and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

44.

Which of the following are grounds for the revocation or suspension of a criminologist's license under RA 11131?

I. Gross immorality
II. Conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude
III. Misrepresentation in registration
IV. Non-payment of PCAP membership dues

a)

I, II and III only

b)

I and IV only

c)

II, III and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

45.

Which of the following are part of the regulated practice of Criminology under RA 11131?

I. Security management and consultancy
II. Teaching criminology in higher education
III. Psychological therapy for offenders
IV. Law enforcement, investigation, and corrections

a)

I, II and IV only

b)

I and III only

c)

II, III and IV only

d)

I, II, III and IV

46.

Which statement best describes the Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines (PCAP)?

a)

A government-run disciplinary agency

b)

A national association created to represent criminologists

c)

An academic organization for criminology students

d)

A human rights body focused on inmates' rights

47.

What is the passing criterion for the Board Licensure Examination for Criminologists as per RA 11131?

a)

No grade below 70% in any subject, and 75% GWA

b)

60% per subject and 70% GWA

c)

Not less than 60% per area and at least 75% GWA

d)

At least 75% per subject and 75% GWA

48.

Which of the following terms best describe the nature of PRB-C as a licensing and disciplinary body?

a)

Quasi-legislative

b)

Judicial

c)

Quasi-judicial

d)

Administrative only

49.

Which of the following is not a direct privilege granted to registered criminologists under RA 11131?

a)

Priority employment in government

b)

Professional recognition and legal protection

c)

Right to practice in crime prevention and law enforcement

d)

Exemption from civil service eligibility exams

50.

A criminologist, who is a PCAP member, opens a private security consultancy. He is later accused of falsifying his license. What authority can conduct a formal hearing and impose appropriate administrative sanction/s?

a)

Professional Regulatory Board

b)

Civil Service Commission

c)

Professional Regulatory Board for Criminology

d)

Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines