The Geography of Criminal Justice
Description: This quiz will test your knowledge of the geography of criminal justice, including the spatial distribution of crime, the causes of crime, and the impact of crime on communities. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: geography criminal justice crime spatial distribution causes of crime impact of crime |
What is the term for the spatial distribution of crime?
Which theory suggests that crime is more likely to occur in areas with high levels of poverty and inequality?
Which theory suggests that crime is more likely to occur in areas with high levels of social and physical disorder?
Which theory suggests that crime is more likely to occur when there are opportunities for crime, such as unlocked doors or windows?
What is the term for the process by which crime spreads from one area to another?
Which type of crime is most likely to be concentrated in specific geographic areas?
Which type of crime is most likely to be dispersed throughout a city or region?
Which type of crime is most likely to be committed by people who live in the same neighborhood?
Which type of crime is most likely to be committed by people who travel from one area to another?
Which type of crime is most likely to be committed by people who work in high-status occupations?
What is the term for the process by which crime is reduced through the use of physical barriers, such as fences or security cameras?
What is the term for the process by which crime is reduced through the use of social programs, such as education or job training?
What is the term for the process by which crime is reduced through the use of community involvement and partnerships?
What is the term for the process by which crime is reduced through the use of restorative justice practices, such as mediation or victim-offender dialogue?
What is the term for the process by which crime is reduced through the use of diversion programs, such as drug treatment or mental health counseling?