Chapter 1 Self-Check Quizzes

The History and Development of Corrections
. Under the Code of Hammurabi, families of a murdered loved one were not allowed to seek vengeance against the murdered.

. John Augustus is considered the "Father of Probation."

. Transportation as punishment could include being sent to American colonies.

. The Era of Reform is characterized as being more punitive toward individuals in correctional facilities.

. Female offenders have always been had their own prisons separate from males

. The watch and ward system developed in 13th century England is an early example of the community coming together to protect itself from crime.

. Most individuals returning to the community after release from prison having housing challenges.

. The "Get Tough" movement replaced the philosophy of rehabilitation in the U.S. during a time of great social and political unrest.

. Studies have found that private prisons are better than public facilities in reducing recidivism.

. Today, over 70% of state prisoners have struggled with substance abuse and/or mental health disorders.

. There are more formalized reentry programs today than there were five years ago.

. Which behavior below was not punishable by death under Draconian law?

. The ________________formed the basis of law in England and in other countries, including the United States, provided for the development of the trial and furthered the movement for state run correctional institutions.

. The Assize of Clarendon set forth all the following except?

. The British _______________system for the operations of jails often allowed the wealthy to avoid jail time altogether.

. The ________________ system is characterized by silence and separation of inmates whereas the __________________ system allowed inmates to congregate during work and meals.

. _____________is form of conditional release by the court in lieu of incarceration.

. An early form of parole that provided for graduated release known as the______________ system gave prisoners a chance to earn their way to freedom as they demonstrated their ability to act appropriately over time.

. The National Prison Association formed in 1870 called for prisons that treated inmates based on individual needs. Which of the following practices were advocated to advance this stance?

. What opened the door for sentencing and correctional policies to shift back to more punitive ideals in the 1970s?

. From an historical standpoint, the history of institutional corrections for women is relatively___________.

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