Chapter 7 Self Quiz

. Females have historically been underrepresented in criminal behavior. Recent evidence suggests increased female involvement in crime, however, males continue to be responsible for the bulk of criminal behavior.

True

False

. Which of the following reasons are offered for the increase in female offending

Less biased responses by criminal justice practitioners to criminal behavior

Changes in law enforcement practices targeting less serious offenses

Gender equality and more desire and opportunity to commit crime

all the above

. The distinction between males and females in the criminal justice system is obvious with regard to victimization rates, for instance as females are notably more likely than males to be victimized by someone known to them rather than a stranger.

True

False

. In addition to the substantial impact the war on drugs has had on females, and the merging of society's move to become tough on crime with a backlash against women's equality, which of the following factors increased the number of females being incarcerated?

increased poverty of women

selective enforcement of drug crimes

greater use of sentencing guidelines by judges

All the above

. Which of the following is considered the most important issue relating to the role of women as correctional guards presents the following challenges

Some male prisoners are sensitive to having to use toilets and showers in plain view of female correctional officers

sexual harassment of female officers also generated concern, as inmates (and male correctional officers) would have to learn, and abide by the rules surrounding sexual harassment

male officers are concerned about the ability of women officers to provide sufficient protection in the event of a physical confrontation.

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