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DIAGNOSTIC EXAMINATION IN CRIMINOLOGY

Total questions: 98

Worksheet time: 2hrs 38mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

In Criminology research links between the different types of crime and criminals are referred to as crime

a)

Etiology

b)

Profiling

c)

Typology

d)

Statistics

2.

What is NOT an element of classical criminology?

a)

The use of scientific methods in explaining a phenomenon like criminal behavior

b)

People have free will to choose lawful solutions to meet their needs or settle their problems.

c)

Crime is attractive when it promises great benefits with little effort.

d)

Crime may be controlled by the fear of punishment

3.

It is an interdisciplinary science that gathers and analyzes data on various aspects of crime and criminal behavior.

a)

Sociology

b)

Psychology

c)

Criminology

d)

Psychiatry

4.

Studying violence, theft, organized, white-collar, and public order crimes.

a)

Criminal Statistics and Research Methodology

b)

Criminal Behavior Systems and Crime Typologies

c)

The Sociology of Law

d)

Theory Construction and Testing

5.

The purpose of this deterrence is to show the public what will happen to anyone or anybody if they commit crime.

a)

Social deterrence

b)

Specific deterrence

c)

Retributive deterrence

d)

General deterrence

6.

A concept of crimes that consider behaviors are essentially harmful to a majority of citizens living in society and therefore have been controlled or prohibited by existing criminal law.

a)

Consensus view

b)

Conflict view

c)

Interactionist view

d)

Social view

7.

The study of Criminology changes as society changes, thus criminology depends on its adaptation to social changes.

a)

Dynamic

b)

Nationalistic

c)

Social Science

d)

Applied Science

8.

Sutherland and Cressey defined criminology as the body of knowledge regarding crime as a social phenomenon. It includes within its scope the process of making laws, of breaking laws, and of reacting towards the breaking of laws whose process is referring to law, crime, and treatment. The process of making laws corresponds to what?

a)

The development of criminal laws and their use to define crime

b)

The methods used to control criminal behavior

c)

The etiology of crimes

d)

The cause of violation of the law

9.

It views human act as a function of his tendency to seek pleasure and avoid pain.

a)

Felicific calculus

b)

Utilitarianism

c)

Free will

d)

Hedonism

10.

An act that is in violation of a law forbidding it. Performing an act that is prohibited by law.

a)

Crime of commission

b)

Crime of omission

c)

Crime of passion

d)

Crime

11.

Robbery and theft are an example of what type of crime?

a)

Extinctive crime

b)

Acquisitive crime

c)

White collar

d)

Blue collar

12.

A crime committed when it is conducive to the situation

a)

Instant crime

b)

Episodial crime

c)

Situational crime

13.

13. Seasonal crime A crime committed when it is conducive to the situation

a)

Instant crime

b)

Episodial crime

c)

Situational crime

14.

What is the nature of R.A 9262?

a)

Mala in se

b)

Mala prohibita

c)

Malala

d)

Maloi

15.

Which of these typologies of killer murder a numerous number of people over time and seek to escape out of detection?

a)

Serial

b)

Spree

c)

Mass

d)

Chance

16.

Which type of criminal possesses atavistic tendency?

a)

Neurotic

b)

Psychotic

c)

Born

17.

Hedonistic Rafaelle Garofalo’s theory explains that the roots of criminal behavior are not on the physical features but on their psychological equivalents. Which of the following espouses this theory?

a)

Moral reasoning

b)

Moral anomalies

c)

Anomie

d)

Abnormalities

18.

What theory focuses on the genetic factors as causes of crime?

a)

Classical

b)

Biological

c)

Psychological

d)

Sociological

19.

In the Communist Manifesto of Karl Marx, he explained that society is divided into two classes: the workers and the capitalist. Which term did he use in describing the workers?

a)

A. Bourgeoisie

b)

B. Proletariat

c)

C. Laborer

d)

D. Middlemen

20.

Which of the following DOES NOT characterize anomie?

a)

It is the ability to adjust easily to changing norms.

b)

It is the inability to adjust to changing norms.

c)

It is the breakdown of social norms.

d)

It is the absence of norms.

21.

Who is the professional in the forensic system qualified to moderate between the mental health and legal expert?

a)

Psychiatrist

b)

Pathologist

c)

Clinical criminologist

d)

Psychologist

22.

Which factor in biopsychosocial study is related to the perfectionist tendency that may trigger depression or aggression of man?

a)

Social

b)

Physical

c)

Biological

d)

Psychological

23.

One way of classifying criminals is based on etiology. What kind of criminal is that whose action arises from the intra-psychic conflict between the social and antisocial components of his personality?

a)

Acute

b)

Chronic

c)

Neurotic

24.

According to Gabriel Tarde's imitation theory, which law states that individuals are influenced by those they are constantly surrounded by?

a)

Law of Imitation of Superiors by Inferiors

b)

Law of Close Contact

c)

Law of Insertion

d)

Law of Suggestion

25.

The theory focuses on how an individual's social and economic goals can cause a conflict with the means available to achieve them legally.

a)

Strain theory

b)

Social Disorganization theory

c)

Cultural Deviance Theory

d)

Structural strain

26.

This theory states that disorder causes crime, and crime causes further disorder and crime.

a)

Broken windows theory

b)

Routine activity theory

c)

Rational choice theory

27.

Deterrence theory under the Big Five Model of Personality, which personality focuses on a person's ability to control impulses and exercise self-control.

a)

Extraversion

b)

Openness

c)

Conscientiousness

d)

Neuroticism

28.

It is popularized by Kathrina Dalton, whose studies of English women indicated that females are more likely to commit suicide and to be aggressive and otherwise antisocial just before or during menstruation.

a)

Hypoglycemia

b)

XXX syndrome

c)

Premenstrual syndrome

d)

Hyperglycemia

29.

A set of statements devised to explain behavior, events and phenomena.

a)

Hypothesis

b)

Theory

c)

School of thought

d)

Assumptions

30.

According to this theory, environment stimulation from parents, relatives, social contracts, schools, peer groups, and innumerable account for a child's IQ level and low-level IQs, which may result from an environment that encourages delinquent and criminal behavior.

a)

Nurture theory

b)

Nature theory

c)

Differential association theory

d)

IQ

31.

What is the main difference between inherited behavior and learned behavior?

a)

Inherited behavior is learned through experience, while learned behavior is automatic.

b)

Inherited behavior includes automatic actions like breathing, while learned behavior involves skills and knowledge gained through experience.

c)

Inherited behavior involves job skills, while learned behavior involves reflexes.

d)

Inherited behavior is only about social interactions, while learned behavior includes instincts.

32.

This refers to any behavioral response or reflex exhibited by people due to their genetic endowment or the process of natural selection.

a)

Inherited behavior

b)

Learned behavior

c)

Role behavior

d)

Model behavior

33.

Which among the following is the best description of human behavior?

a)

Considered as the highest form of animal which has the characteristics of being an intellectual and rational thinker

b)

Any reaction of an organism to its environment

c)

It refers to the total of man's reaction to his environment or the way human beings act

d)

It refers to any action producing agent

34.

Which term refers to the thinking or memory processes?

a)

Cognition

b)

Cognitive Development

c)

Ignition

d)

Memory

35.

At what stage do children begin to realize that objects or people continue to exist even when they are not visible?

a)

Preoperational Stage

b)

Concrete Operational Stage

c)

Sensorimotor Stage

d)

Formal Operational Stage

36.

It is the sum total of an individual's mental, emotional, and temperamental make-up.

a)

Behavior

b)

Mental State

c)

Personality

37.

Temperament Emily has recently secured a stable job, is living in a safe neighborhood, and feels secure in her daily life. What level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is she likely addressing now?

a)

Self-actualization

b)

Love and Belongingness

c)

Safety Needs

38.

If an individual feels confident and secure due to consistent and reliable caregiving during infancy, which virtue are they most likely to develop according to Erikson's theory?

a)

Will

b)

Competence

39.

Which among the following components of personality involves logical and rational thinking?

a)

ID

b)

Ego

c)

Superego

d)

Eggo

40.

Genitals become the primary source of pleasure at this stage and the child develops a sexual attraction to the parent of the opposite sex.

a)

Anal Stage

b)

Phallic Stage

c)

Latency Stage

d)

Genital Stage

41.

This refers to an instance where boys build up a warm and loving relationship with their mothers.

a)

Oedipus Complex

b)

Odiepus Complex

c)

Electra Complex

d)

Electro Complex

42.

What kind of personality disorder does an individual suffer from if he or she acts disregardful of the feelings and rights of other people?

a)

Antisocial Personality disorder

b)

Borderline Personality disorder

c)

Avoidant Personality disorder

d)

Dependent Personality disorder

43.

What is the false belief of something that does not exist in the real world?

a)

Hallucination

b)

Illusion

c)

Delusion

d)

Obsession

44.

What is defined as excessive and uncontrollable fear?

a)

Phobia

b)

Mania

c)

Apathy

d)

Delusion

45.

Police Captain Eduardo believes that cutting down trees during Holy Week is prohibited. What term describes this belief?

a)

Mores

b)

Taboo

c)

Law

d)

Folkways

46.

Also called morality or moral philosophy, is the discipline that is concerned with what is morally good and bad, right and wrong.

a)

Ethics

b)

Morality

c)

Norms

d)

Values

47.

The quality of being good or bad.

a)

Ethics

b)

Morality

c)

Norms

d)

Values

48.

In consonance with the requirements of honor and integrity in the PNP, all members must have the moral courage to sacrifice self interest in keeping with the time honored principle of ___.

a)

Delicadeza

b)

Police lifestyle

c)

Camaraderie

d)

God

49.

PNP members shall inhibit themselves from soliciting political patronage on matters pertaining to assignment, award, training and promotion.

a)

Police Patronage

b)

Police lifestyle

c)

Camaraderie

d)

Delicadeza

50.

PNP members shall respect and protect human dignity and man’s inalienable rights to life, liberty and property.

a)

Police Patronage

b)

Police lifestyle

c)

Delicadeza

d)

Human rights

51.

Established usage or social practices carried on by traditions that have obtained the force of law.

a)

Customs

b)

Traditions

c)

Courtesy

d)

Ceremony

52.

The usual greeting rendered by uniformed members upon meeting and recognizing person entitled to it.

a)

Neck kisses

b)

Hug

c)

Handshake

d)

Salute

53.

When should Flag Raising Ceremony and singing of the Philippine National Anthem be conducted according to PNPCOCEs?

a)

At the end of the week

b)

Start of official days’ work

c)

Every Friday

d)

Everyday

54.

How should public officials and employees demonstrate professionalism?

a)

Prioritizing personal relationships over duty.

b)

Performing duties with the highest degree of excellence, intelligence, and skill.

c)

Offering undue patronage in exchange for favors. Disregarding the importance of skill and dedication in their roles.

55.

China thinks their system of running their country is better than the whole world. This demonstrates what?

a)

Nationalism

b)

Patriotism

c)

Sadism

d)

Selfishness

56.

It is an omission or refusal, without sufficient excuse, to perform an act or duty which is the police officer’s legal obligation to perform

a)

Misfeasance

b)

Malfeasance

c)

Nonfeasance

d)

Mala feasance

57.

What is the primary duty of a Criminologist under the principle of Respect for Law?

a)

Promote personal beliefs above legal standards

b)

Follow only laws that benefit the profession

c)

Follow only laws that benefit the profession

d)

Follow only laws that benefit the profession

58.

In performing duties, a Criminologist must prioritize:

a)

The organization’s interests

b)

Personal and political interests

c)

Public interest over personal interest

d)

Income generation

59.

It refers to any activity or undertaking rendered by a Criminologist as defined in the scope of practice under R.A. No. 11131, R.A. No. 8981.

a)

Practice of Profession

b)

Client

c)

Professional Identification Card (PIC)

d)

Malpractice of Profession

60.

It refers to a minor’s anti-social act or behavior that deviates from accepted social norms, customs, or culture and that, as a result, justifies reprimand, punishment, or corrective action on the part of the government.

a)

Juvenile

b)

Delinquency

c)

Deviance

d)

Juvenile Delinquency

61.

How did the legal definition of a minor change from PD 603 to R.A. 6809?

a)

The age range for minors was expanded from below 18 years to below 21 years.

b)

The age range for minors was reduced from below 21 years to below 18 years.

c)

The definition of a minor was updated to include those with physical or mental disabilities.

d)

The legal definition of a minor remained the same in both laws.

62.

What additional criteria did R.A. 7610 introduce for defining a child beyond the age of 18?

a)

Children were defined solely based on age, being under 18 years old.

b)

Children were defined as anyone under 18 years old or those over 18 but unable to care for themselves due to disability.

c)

Children were defined as anyone under 21 years old regardless of their ability to care for themselves.

d)

The law only focused on children under 18 years old without additional criteria.

63.

What best describes “doli incapax”?

a)

A legal principle that assumes individuals are incapable of understanding legal proceedings.

b)

A presumption that a child is incapable of committing a crime due to a lack of understanding of right and wrong.

c)

A rule that states children are always criminally responsible for their actions.

d)

A legal doctrine that provides immunity to minors from any legal responsibilities.

64.

It is a basic social institution which public policy cherishes and protects. It is the foundation of the nation.

a)

Home

b)

Family

c)

Government

d)

School

65.

Which parenting style is associated with high expectations, severe punishment for disobedience, and a lack of explanations for rules?

a)

Authoritative

b)

Indulgent

c)

Authoritarian

d)

Indifferent

66.

Which type of parent is described as warm, supportive, and values explaining rules and consequences while dealing with their children in a calm, problem-solving way?

a)

Authoritarian parents

b)

Authoritative parents

c)

Indulgent parents

d)

Indifferent parents

67.

Which type of child abuser is characterized by having a mental illness that affects their behavior towards children?

a)

Parentally incompetent abuser

b)

Situational abuser

c)

Mentally disordered abuser

d)

Accidental abuser

68.

Which category of child is defined as having no proper parental care or guardianship, and whose parent(s) have deserted them for at least three continuous months?

a)

Neglected Child

b)

Abandoned Child

c)

Dependent Child

d)

Mentally Retarded Child

69.

Which category of children includes those who need support for severe mental illness, physical disabilities, emotional disturbances, and mental retardation?

a)

Disabled Children

b)

Mentally Ill Children

c)

Physical Handicapped Children

d)

Neglected Children

70.

A person who belongs to the same age group or social group as someone else.

a)

Friend

b)

Family

c)

Peer

d)

Gang

71.

Which of the following is true about crime rates among young offenders?

a)

Males commit crimes more frequently than females

b)

Females commit crimes more frequently than males

c)

Males and females commit crimes at similar rates.

d)

Females have higher conviction rates than males.

72.

Civil personality of a child shall commence when?

a)

Upon the insertion of Penis to Vagina

b)

Upon the meeting of sperm and egg cell

c)

Upon fingering

d)

Upon its conception

73.

The Child and Youth Welfare Code.

a)

RA 7610 “Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act.”

b)

PD 7610

c)

PD 603

d)

RA 9262 “Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004”.

74.

Joint parental authority shall be exercised generally by whom?

a)

Father and Mother

b)

Grandparents

c)

Oldest brother/sister who is over 21 years of age

d)

Relative who has the actual custody of the child

75.

It refers to a natural disagreement or struggle between people which may be physical, or between conflicting ideas.

a)

Conflict

b)

Battle

c)

Dispute

d)

Altercation

76.

Which among the five Conflict Resolution strategies is concerned on pursuing his own concerns at the other person's expense.

a)

Avoiding

b)

Competing

c)

Accommodating

d)

Collaborating

e)

Compromising

77.

A voluntary dispute resolution process in which one or more arbitrators, appointed in accordance with the agreement of the parties, or rules promulgated pursuant to RA 9285, resolve a dispute by rendering an award.

a)

Mediation

b)

Arbitration

c)

Conciliation

d)

All of the above

78.

A voluntary process in which a mediator, selected by the disputing parties, facilitates communication and negotiation, and assist the parties in reaching a voluntary agreement regarding a dispute.

a)

Mediation

b)

Arbitration

c)

Conciliation

d)

ADR

79.

This particular council advises the Executive Director on policy, international and other relevant matters.

a)

Advisory Council

b)

Professional Council

c)

ADR Council

d)

Council councilian

80.

Technically, the process of arbitration concludes with a decision called_____

a)

Honor

b)

Reward

c)

Award

d)

Resolution

81.

The Chairperson of Lupong Tagapamayapa

a)

Barangay Secretary

b)

Eldest person in the Barangay

c)

SK Chairperson

d)

Punong Barangay

82.

It refers to a principle which requires a process of resolving conflicts with the maximum involvement of the victim, the offender and the community.

a)

Restorative Justice

b)

Retributive Justice

c)

Criminal Justice

d)

Commutive Justice

83.

Any event or force of nature that has catastrophic consequences, such as landslide, earthquake, typhoon, flood, storm surge, tsunami, lightning, tornado, forest fire, and volcanic eruption.

a)

Disaster

b)

Natural Disaster

c)

Human-induced critical incident

d)

Calamity

84.

What organization acts as the forefront of any crisis situations?

a)

PNP

b)

BFP

c)

BJMP

d)

BMJP

85.

He has overall authority and responsibility for conducting incident operations and is responsible for the management for all operations at the incident site.

a)

Deputy

b)

Incident Commander

c)

Liason Officer

d)

Public Information Officer

86.

What is the cardinal rule in hostage negotiation?

a)

5W's and 1H

b)

Do not unto others what you would want others to do unto you

c)

Commander should not negotiate; negotiator should not command

d)

Thou shall not teach how to Dougie

87.

It is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

a)

Active Listening

b)

Empathy

c)

Build rapport

d)

Influence

88.

In a hostage-taking incident, what leadership approach is considered the best?

a)

Transformational

b)

Transactive

c)

Bureaucratic

d)

Autocratic

89.

The word "research" originated from the old French word "rechercher". What is the meaning of this word?

a)

To define and study

b)

To find and comprehend

c)

To know and understand

d)

To search and search again

90.

It is defined as a careful, systematic study of knowledge in the field of criminology or criminal justice, undertaken to discover or establish facts of the crimes or causations of crime.

a)

social science research

b)

criminal justice research

c)

descriptive research

d)

criminological research

91.

In this classification of research, concepts are assigned numerical value, and research methods in the social sciences, of which criminal justice is heir, have followed these basic philosophical traditions.

a)

all of these

b)

quantitative research

c)

qualitative research

d)

none of these

92.

An appropriate research design when you want to gain concrete, contextual, in-depth knowledge about a specific real-world subject. It allows you to explore the key characteristics, meanings, and implications of the case.

a)

Case study

b)

Phenomenological study

c)

Case

d)

Hermeneutic study

93.

The total number of people or things you are interested in.

a)

Sampling

b)

Population

c)

Focus group

d)

Group

94.

Refers to consistency of a measure whether the results can be reproduced under the same conditions.

a)

Validity

b)

Reliability

c)

Specificity

d)

Achievable

95.

When researching the effect of study time on exam scores, the variable that represents the cause, or the factor that is manipulated, is the:

a)

Dependent variable

b)

Independent variable

c)

Variable

d)

All of the above

96.

A citation that uses an ampersand symbol is called as?

a)

Narrative citation

b)

Parenthetical citation

c)

Citation

d)

Personal communication

97.

It means "and others"

a)

&

b)

;

c)

...

d)

et al.

98.

In relation to research, APA stands for.

a)

American Psychiatric Association

b)

American Psychological Association

c)

American Pie Association

d)

Australian Pornographic Association