Question 1

Identify and describe two types of arsonists based on the typology compiled by McCaghy.

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

Which of the following theories argues that the emphasis on material success to an extreme without the provision of legitimate opportunities for their achievement contains the roots of deviance and crime?

Accepted Answer

A)  anomie theory 
B)  social disorganization theory 
C)  social bonds theory 
D)  routine activities theory

Question 3

The more criminals exhibit each characteristic of professional crime such as skill, high status, and the like, the more professional they are regarded.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Professional robbers are unique in their willingness to use force.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Systematic check forgers are those who pass bad checks in order to resolve a temporary financial crisis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following types of shoplifters supplement their legitimate income by stealing?

Accepted Answer

A)  snitch 
B)  shadow professional 
C)  fence 
D)  booster

Question 7

Which of the following involves the conversion or obtaining of money or property under false pretenses?

Accepted Answer

A)  fraud 
B)  shoplifting 
C)  arson 
D)  burglary

Question 8

Violent crimes greatly outnumber property crimes in the contemporary United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

John is professional burglar who has extensive experience and specialization in breaking into safes. He is known as a ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  booster 
B)  fence 
C)  fixer 
D)  box man

Question 10

Most acts of wanton vandalism are committed by ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  juveniles 
B)  vagrants 
C)  professional criminals 
D)  experience gang members

Question 11

______ arson is often carried out by pyromaniacs individuals who have a morbid fascination with setting and observing fires.

Accepted Answer

A)  Sabotage 
B)  Excitement 
C)  Crime concealment 
D)  Revenge

Question 12

John is a student at a local high school. One night he makes the decitions to destroy the vending machine in the cafeteria to steal some candy bars and chips. What types of vandalism is he engaging in?

Accepted Answer

A)  wanton vandalism 
B)  predatory vandalism 
C)  vindictive vandalism 
D)  hatred vandalism

Question 13

Occasional property offenders do not require criminal associations to commit their crimes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following types of fences tend to be a major dealer in stolen goods?

Accepted Answer

A)  master 
B)  neighborhood 
C)  outlet 
D)  professional

Question 15

Stealing from jewelery stores by substitution fake look-alikes is known as ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  boosting 
B)  hotel prowling 
C)  pennyweighting 
D)  hanging paper

Question 16

Identify and describe two types of shoplifters based on Cameron's typology.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

The cheapest crime to commit in the world is ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  petty theft 
B)  fraud 
C)  robbery 
D)  arson

Question 18

U.S. property crime rates have continued to increase since 1974.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Most snitches steal large and expensive items for their own personal use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 10: Property Crime: Occasional, Conventional, and Professional

Identify and describe two types of arsonists based on the typology compiled by McCaghy.

Which of the following theories argues that the emphasis on material success to an extreme without the provision of legitimate opportunities for their achievement contains the roots of deviance and crime?

The more criminals exhibit each characteristic of professional crime such as skill, high status, and the like, the more professional they are regarded.

Professional robbers are unique in their willingness to use force.

Systematic check forgers are those who pass bad checks in order to resolve a temporary financial crisis.

Which of the following types of shoplifters supplement their legitimate income by stealing?

Which of the following involves the conversion or obtaining of money or property under false pretenses?

Violent crimes greatly outnumber property crimes in the contemporary United States.

John is professional burglar who has extensive experience and specialization in breaking into safes. He is known as a ______.

Most acts of wanton vandalism are committed by ______.

______ arson is often carried out by pyromaniacs individuals who have a morbid fascination with setting and observing fires.

John is a student at a local high school. One night he makes the decitions to destroy the vending machine in the cafeteria to steal some candy bars and chips. What types of vandalism is he engaging in?

Occasional property offenders do not require criminal associations to commit their crimes.

Which of the following types of fences tend to be a major dealer in stolen goods?

Stealing from jewelery stores by substitution fake look-alikes is known as ______.

Identify and describe two types of shoplifters based on Cameron's typology.

The cheapest crime to commit in the world is ______.

U.S. property crime rates have continued to increase since 1974.

Most snitches steal large and expensive items for their own personal use.