Question 1

The Old French word "recerchier" means _________________.

Accepted Answer

The word "recerchier" is derived from the Old French word "recherche" which means "to search deeply". Therefore, the best option among the given choices is A, which means "an intense search for knowledge".

Question 2

The specific crime and justice phenomena that we decide to research is called a (an) ________.

Accepted Answer

The term "object of study" is commonly used in research to refer to the specific phenomenon being investigated. This is the most appropriate option given the context of crime and justice research. While the other options may be relevant in other research fields, they do not accurately reflect the terminology commonly used within criminology and criminal justice research.

Question 3

A phrase that combines the two highly interrelated fields of study; criminal justice and criminology is _____________.

Accepted Answer

"Crime and justice studies" best reflects the combination of criminal justice and criminology, as it encompasses both the study of criminal behavior and the systems and institutions established to prevent and respond to crime. "Crime scene investigation" and "criminalistics" are more specific to the role of forensic science in criminal investigations, while "justology" is not a commonly used or recognized term.

Question 4

Crime and justice studies encompasses:

Accepted Answer

Crime and justice studies is a multidisciplinary field that encompasses criminal justice, criminology, and crime control policies. Therefore, all of the above options are correct.

Question 5

The full range of possible objects of study in our field, which includes all topics, activities, issues, questions, and trends that revolve around crime, crime control, and the criminal justice system is called ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The full range of possible objects of...

Question 6

In a study done by the authors they found that the topic most researched in the field of criminal justice was ______________.

Accepted Answer

The authors found that the topic most researched in the field of criminal justice was crime.

Question 7

Dr. James Marquart was considered an expert in ________________.

Accepted Answer

Dr. James Marquart was considered an expert in death penalty cases.

Question 8

__________ research requires the researcher to become part of the object of study and is used to collect _______________ data.

Accepted Answer

Ethnographic field research requires the researcher to immerse themselves in the culture or group being studied, becoming a part of the object of study. This method is typically used to collect qualitative data through observation, interviews, and other immersive methods.

Question 9

What is the primary source of information on criminal victimization in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The National Crime Victimization Survey is conducted annually by the Bureau of Justice Statistics and is considered the primary source of information on criminal victimization in the United States. The survey collects information from a representative sample of U.S. households on their experiences with crime, including details on the type of crime, the offender, and the impact on the victim. This information is used to track trends in crime victimization and to inform policy decisions related to crime and victim services. The other options listed (A, C, and D) are not actual organizations or agencies that provide information on criminal victimization.

Question 10

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is a branch of ______________.

Accepted Answer

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is a research, development and evaluation agency belonging to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Question 11

The most commonly used source of research funding for crime and justice academics is _____________.

Accepted Answer

The NIJ (National Institute of Justice) is a primary source of research funding for crime and justice academics. PBS (Public Broadcast System) is a media outlet and not a research funding source. The BJS (Bureau of Justice Statistics) provides statistical information but does not typically fund research. The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) primarily conducts investigations and does not fund research projects.

Question 12

Which of the following researchers debunked the missing children myth?

Accepted Answer

Journalists played a significant role in debunking the missing children myth by investigating and reporting on the actual statistics and circumstances surrounding cases of missing children, which often contradicted sensationalized accounts and widespread misconceptions.

Question 13

A method that divides people being studied into two or more groups, applying a treatment to one of the groups, and determining if there are any differences in the reaction of the groups over a set period of time is called _______________.

Accepted Answer

The method described in the question is that of experimental research, which involves dividing participants into groups and manipulating one group by applying a treatment, while observing and comparing the reactions of the groups over time. Methodology refers to the overall approach to conducting research, while survey research and ethnographic research are specific research techniques that may or may not involve experimental manipulations.

Question 14

The unobtrusive collection of data that have usually been left behind by others is called.

Accepted Answer

The unobtrusive collection of data that have usually been left behind by others is called nonreactive research. Surveys, experimentation, and sampling all involve direct interaction with the subjects being studied, while nonreactive research involves collecting data without direct involvement or interference with the subjects being studied.

Question 15

Survey and interview research is _________________.

Accepted Answer

Survey and interview research involves using written questionnaires or formal interviews to gather quantitative data from a large number of people or agencies. While the other answer choices describe research methods, they do not accurately describe survey and interview research.

Question 16

Nonreactive research is _____________.

Accepted Answer

Nonreactive research involves collecting data that were not intentionally generated for research purposes, and have usually been left behind by others. This can include things like archival records, social media posts, or even trash. The goal is to study the phenomenon of interest without directly affecting it or the people involved, so as not to create bias or alter behavior. Options A and D refer to different types of reactive research, where researchers interact with participants to gather data. Option B refers to content analysis, which can be reactive or nonreactive depending on the source of the communication media.

Question 17

Content analysis is ________________.

Accepted Answer

Content analysis is a research method that involves the systematic examination and interpretation of various forms of communication, such as written or spoken language, visual images, or media messages. It is a nonreactive method, meaning it does not involve direct interaction with participants, and it focuses on analyzing the content or information contained in these messages. Therefore, option B is the best choice as it accurately describes content analysis.

Question 18

Ethnographic field research is ______________.

Accepted Answer

Ethnographic field research involves the researcher immersing themselves in the natural environment of their research subjects in order to gain a deep and detailed understanding of their culture. This typically involves close observation, participation, and conversation with members of the group being studied. Options A, B, and C refer to other research methods that are different from ethnographic field research.

Question 19

Existing documents or statistics research is ____________.

Accepted Answer

Existing documents or statistics research involves the collection and reanalysis of existing quantitative data.

Question 20

If a researcher was using the Uniform Crime Reports to write a report on murder in the United States he or she would be using ______________.

Accepted Answer

The Uniform Crime Reports is a pre-existing document or statistics research conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) that contains data on crime in the United States, including murder. Therefore, a researcher using this data is conducting existing document or statistics research.

Quiz 1: Criminal Justice and Criminology Research: Mapping and Terrain