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WorksheetsIntroduction to Criminology (1)
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 38mins
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
I, II and III only
I, III and IV only
II and IV only
I, II, III and IV
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
I, III and IV only
I and II only
II, III and IV only
I, II, III and IV
Which school introduced the idea that crime is a result of biological, psychological, and social factors?
Positivist School of Criminology
Neo-Classical School of Criminology
Classical School of Criminology
Social Defense Theory
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.
I only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II and III
A person who commits a petty crime due to poverty and poor education may be best understood under which school of thought?
Neo-Classical
Positivist
Classical
Rational Choice Theory
Which principle is not shared by both the Classical and Neo-Classical Schools?
Human behavior is rational
Punishment must deter crime
All individuals have equal capacity for free will
Justice should be proportionate to the offense
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
I, II and III only
II, III and IV only
I and IV only
I, II, III and IV
In what way does the Neo-Classical School influence the Philippine justice system?
Through penal policies that promote torture
Through consideration of minors and mental illness in sentencing
Through mandatory minimum sentencing laws
Through limiting discretion in judicial rulings
Which principle reflects the Positivist School's approach to criminal punishment?
Retribution
Incapacitation
Rehabilitation
Deterrence
Which among the following best represents a Positivist approach to crime prevention?
Executing all repeat offenders
Increasing prison sentences to instill fear
Creating programs to improve community mental health
Mandating corporal punishment in jails
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?
Proportional punishment
Restorative justice
No responsibility
Utilitarianism
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?
Classical
Neo-Classical
Positivist
Social Disorganization Theory
A legal provision punishes all crimes equally, regardless of motive or background. What school does this approach reflect?
Classical
Neo-Classical
Positivist
Humanitarianism
A new law mandates psychological profiling and community-based treatment for non-violent juvenile offenders. This reflects influence from which school(s)?
Classical only
Neo-Classical and Positivist
Classical and Neo-Classical
Positivist only
Which scenario reflects a Classical approach to crime prevention?
A barangay installs CCTV and signs showing penalties for theft
A judge sends a drug user to therapy
A criminologist designs a personality test for robbery suspects
Police release a suspect due to insanity
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
I, II and IV only
I and III only
II and IV only
I, II, III and IV
Which among the following describe mala in se acts?
Acts inherently evil or morally wrong
Acts that violate codified law regardless of morality
Acts such as murder, rape, and robbery
Acts defined as wrong only by statute
What distinguishes folkways from mores and laws?
Folkways are enforced by religious institutions
Folkways carry no formal punishment
Folkways involve criminal intent
Folkways are dictated by legal statutes
Which of the following correctly describe the Consensus Model of lawmaking?
Laws reflect shared moral values
Laws aim to protect collective interests
Laws are shaped by the most powerful social groups
Lawmaking involves social agreement
In contrast to the Consensus Model, the Conflict Model views laws as:
Agreements forged by religious leaders
Norms that regulate small communities
Instruments of social control by elites
Codified moral teachings of majority
Interactionist Model suggests that criminality is a result of:
Personal decisions
Biological predisposition
Legal interpretation
Social reaction and labeling
Which among the following exemplify mala prohibita acts?
I. Smoking in public places
II. Theft of government property
III. Jaywalking
IV. Littering
I, III and IV only
II and III only
I and II only
I, II, III and IV
An act that violates social expectations but is not against the law is categorized as:
Criminal behavior
Folkway
Deviance
Mores violation
A college implements a dress code prohibiting sandals in labs. This is an example of:
Law
Mores
Folkway
Crime
A person commits tax evasion but claims moral innocence. Under which legal concept is this offense classified?
Mala in se
Mala prohibita
Legal fiction
Criminal immunity
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:
Norms
Laws
Mores
Deviance
A new law proposes making catcalling and street harassment punishable by fine. What transition is this reflecting?
From deviance to mala prohibita
From folkway to mala in se
From crime to mores
From law to custom
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
I, II and IV only
I, II, III and IV
II and III only
I and IV only
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
I, II and IV only
I, II, III and IV
II and III only
I and IV only
A person impulsively kills his spouse after discovering infidelity. This is classified as:
Second-degree murder
Voluntary manslaughter
Involuntary manslaughter
Felony murder
An intoxicated driver accidentally kills a pedestrian. This is classified as:
Voluntary manslaughter
Murder
Involuntary manslaughter
Negligent homicide
Which among the following best describes felony murder?
Killing as part of legal defense
Killing while attempting another crime
Premeditated murder with money motive
Killing caused by accident
Conklin's Typology: Which robber typically plans crimes and depends on robbery for income?
Alcoholic robber
Addict robber
Opportunistic robber
Professional robber
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
I, III and IV only
I, II and IV only
II and IV only
I, II, III and IV
Which of the following best describes a spree killer?
Commits multiple murders in one location
Kills victims over a long period with cooling-off intervals
Commits several murders across locations without cooling-off periods
Kills many victims as part of a cult
A man kills five people in one day at a mall. This is classified as:
Mass murder
Serial murder
Spree murder
First-degree murder
What key feature differentiates serial murder from spree murder?
Number of victims
Premeditation
Cooling-off periods between killings
Victim selection
A man sexually assaults his spouse repeatedly against her will. This is an example of:
Marital rape
Statutory rape
Consensual abuse
Legal sex under marriage
A person forcibly kisses a stranger and touches them inappropriately. This is categorized as:
Harassment
Sexual battery
Statutory rape
Lewd conduct
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
I, II and IV only
I and II only
I, II and III only
I, II, III and IV
Which of the following is TRUE about statutory rape?
It occurs only in schools
It is defined by lack of consent
It may occur even if the minor agrees
It applies only when the offender is over 30
A robbery suspect says he was drunk and unaware of his actions. What type is he?
Professional robber
Opportunistic robber
Alcoholic robber
Addict robber
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
I, II and IV only
I and III only
II, III and IV only
I, II, III and IV
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
I, II and III only
I and IV only
II, III and IV only
I, II, III and IV
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
I, II and IV only
I and III only
II, III and IV only
I, II, III and IV
Which statement best describes the Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines (PCAP)?
A government-run disciplinary agency
A national association created to represent criminologists
An academic organization for criminology students
A human rights body focused on inmates' rights
What is the passing criterion for the Board Licensure Examination for Criminologists as per RA 11131?
No grade below 70% in any subject, and 75% GWA
60% per subject and 70% GWA
Not less than 60% per area and at least 75% GWA
At least 75% per subject and 75% GWA
Which of the following terms best describe the nature of PRB-C as a licensing and disciplinary body?
Quasi-legislative
Judicial
Quasi-judicial
Administrative only
Which of the following is not a direct privilege granted to registered criminologists under RA 11131?
Priority employment in government
Professional recognition and legal protection
Right to practice in crime prevention and law enforcement
Exemption from civil service eligibility exams
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?
Professional Regulatory Board
Civil Service Commission
Professional Regulatory Board for Criminology
Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines
