Organized Crime

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of organized crime?

  1. Hierarchy

  2. Violence

  3. Legitimacy

  4. Secrecy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Organized crime is characterized by its hierarchy, violence, and secrecy, not its legitimacy.

What is the term for a group of organized crime members?

  1. Family

  2. Clan

  3. Syndicate

  4. Crew


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In organized crime, a group of members is often referred to as a "family".

Which country is known for its powerful organized crime groups, such as the Yakuza?

  1. Italy

  2. Russia

  3. Japan

  4. United States


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Japan is known for its powerful organized crime groups, such as the Yakuza.

What is the term for the illegal activities carried out by organized crime groups?

  1. Racketeering

  2. Extortion

  3. Money laundering

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Organized crime groups engage in a variety of illegal activities, including racketeering, extortion, and money laundering.

Which U.S. law was enacted to combat organized crime?

  1. RICO Act

  2. Patriot Act

  3. Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act

  4. Comprehensive Crime Control Act


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO Act) was enacted to combat organized crime in the United States.

What is the term for a person who provides information to law enforcement about organized crime activities?

  1. Informant

  2. Witness

  3. Snitch

  4. Whistleblower


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A person who provides information to law enforcement about organized crime activities is known as an informant.

Which organized crime group is known for its involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering in Mexico?

  1. Sinaloa Cartel

  2. Gulf Cartel

  3. Los Zetas

  4. Juárez Cartel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sinaloa Cartel is known for its involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering in Mexico.

What is the term for the process of converting illegally obtained money into legitimate funds?

  1. Money laundering

  2. Financial crime

  3. Tax evasion

  4. Embezzlement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Money laundering is the process of converting illegally obtained money into legitimate funds.

Which organized crime group is known for its involvement in human trafficking and prostitution in Eastern Europe?

  1. Russian Mafia

  2. Albanian Mafia

  3. Ukrainian Mafia

  4. Georgian Mafia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Russian Mafia is known for its involvement in human trafficking and prostitution in Eastern Europe.

What is the term for a person who manages and oversees the activities of an organized crime group?

  1. Boss

  2. Capo

  3. Don

  4. Godfather


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The person who manages and oversees the activities of an organized crime group is often referred to as the "boss".

Which organized crime group is known for its involvement in extortion and racketeering in the United States?

  1. Cosa Nostra

  2. Gambino Crime Family

  3. Lucchese Crime Family

  4. Genovese Crime Family


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cosa Nostra is known for its involvement in extortion and racketeering in the United States.

What is the term for the illegal use of force or threats to obtain money or property?

  1. Extortion

  2. Blackmail

  3. Intimidation

  4. Coercion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Extortion is the illegal use of force or threats to obtain money or property.

Which organized crime group is known for its involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering in Colombia?

  1. Medellín Cartel

  2. Cali Cartel

  3. North Valley Cartel

  4. Cúcuta Cartel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Medellín Cartel is known for its involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering in Colombia.

What is the term for the illegal collection of money from businesses in exchange for protection from violence or other threats?

  1. Racketeering

  2. Extortion

  3. Protection racket

  4. Loan sharking


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Racketeering is the illegal collection of money from businesses in exchange for protection from violence or other threats.

Which organized crime group is known for its involvement in arms trafficking and smuggling in Eastern Europe?

  1. Bulgarian Mafia

  2. Russian Mafia

  3. Ukrainian Mafia

  4. Romanian Mafia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bulgarian Mafia is known for its involvement in arms trafficking and smuggling in Eastern Europe.

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