Question 1

The process of assigning an inmate to a category specifying his/her needs for security, education, and treatment is called ____________.

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Question 2

Most inmates serve their terms in isolation cells.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The model of corrections that emphasizes treatment programs to help prisoners address the personal programs and issues that led them to commit crimes is the _____ model.

Accepted Answer

A)   custodial
B)   rehabilitation
C)   reintegration
D)   family
E)   communityF) All of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 4

The _______ model dominates most maximum security prisons today.

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A)   custodial
B)   rehabilitation
C)   reintegration
D)   family
E)   communityF) C) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 5

Which of the following  is a reason imprisoned mothers have a difficult time maintaining contact with their children?

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A)   Distance
B)   Infrequent phone calls
C)   Irregular visits
D)   Parental apathy
E)   All of these are reasons imprisoned mothers have a difficult time maintaining contact with their childrenF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 6

Prison management is organized along ______ lines.

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Question 7

Which of the following  was not typical of the big house of the 1940s and 1950s?

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A)   Large, tiered cell blocks.
B)   A yard.
C)   Shops.
D)   Industrial workshops.
E)   A counseling center.F) C) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 8

Discuss the differences between the subcultures found in men's and women's prisons. What factors might help to explain them?

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Question 9

During the 1960s and early 1970s, prisons began to feature which new aspect?

Accepted Answer

A)   Tiered cell blocks
B)   A yard
C)   Shops
D)   Industrial workshops
E)   A counseling centerF) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 10

Which of the following rewards would an inmate new to the prison be expected to earn for good behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)   Furloughs
B)   Work release
C)   A favorable job assignment
D)   Transfer to a halfway house
E)   An educational release programF) B) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 11

Which of the following statements concerning prison programs is true?

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A)   They are readily available to prisoners.
B)   Legislators today are financially supportive of prisoner programs.
C)   More programs tend to increase hostilities in prisons.
D)   Classification of prisoners and assignment to various programs are often based on the needs of the institution.
E)   Few inmates are interested in becoming involved in programs.F) A) and B)
G) A) and D)

Question 12

Describe the features and purpose of the prison underground economy that exist in prison.

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Question 13

Explain how a prison is governed.

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A prison is governed by a combination of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as policies and procedures set forth by the prison administration. The overall governance of a prison is typically overseen by a warden or superintendent, who is responsible for the day-to-day operations and management of the facility.

Prisons are also governed by a set of rules and regulations that dictate the behavior and conduct of both inmates and staff. These rules are enforced by correctional officers and other prison staff, who are responsible for maintaining order and security within the facility.

In addition to internal governance, prisons are also subject to external oversight by government agencies, such as the Department of Corrections or the Bureau of Prisons. These agencies are responsible for ensuring that prisons comply with all applicable laws and regulations, and may conduct regular inspections and audits to monitor the conditions and practices within the facility.

Overall, the governance of a prison is a complex and multifaceted process that involves a combination of internal policies and procedures, external oversight, and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

Question 14

Prisoner administrators are wary of the prison economy because:

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A)   inmate transactions hurt business at the prison store.
B)   the prices charged for goods might not be fair.
C)   prisoners steal items from the prison and may fight in disputes about transactions.
D)   some prisoners are not allowed to participate.
E)   prison officials do not want prisoners to have any amenities.F) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 15

Correctional officers are usually unprepared to deal which of the following such offenders, whose   population has increased since the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

A)   HIV infected
B)   Geriatric
C)   Long term
D)   Mentally ill
E)   JuvenileF) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following is not one of the problems confronting the modern prison system in America?

Accepted Answer

A)   Overcrowding
B)   Legal issues
C)   Racial conflicts
D)   Limited resources
E)   OverstaffingF) B) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 17

Programs designed to improve the lives of inmates are classified as:

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A)   order.
B)   amenities.
C)   services.
D)   protection.
E)   opportunity.F) B) and E)
G) A) and D) C

Question 18

Male prisoners are more likely than female prisoners to have been convicted of a violent offense.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Most prisoners are ______, young, members of  minority groups, with low education levels.

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Question 20

Most of the public believe that prisons are run in a(n) _____________ manner.

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Most inmates serve their terms in isolation cells.

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The model of corrections that emphasizes treatment programs to help prisoners address the personal programs and issues that led them to commit crimes is the _____ model.

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The _______ model dominates most maximum security prisons today.

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Prison management is organized along ______ lines.

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