Gang Violence

Question 1

Which characteristics must an organization have in order to be classified as a criminal street gang? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: participating in criminal activity; B: having a common name; D: sharing an identifying sign or symbol

Question 2

Based on this description of gang characteristics, which scenario could be classified as gang activity?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Laura’s new group of friends requires her to shoplift if she wants to continue to hang out with them.

Question 3

Based on this graph, why is it risky to join a gang?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: The longer a person is in a gang, the more criminal activity he or she participates in.

Question 4

What should Jason do when Rob asks him if he wants to go to the park? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: tell Rob that the location he is going to is dangerous and should be avoided; E: offer Rob another activity to participate in, such as going to the movies instead

Question 5

Which are common characteristics of gang involvement for girls? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: They choose gangs in order to feel powerful and safe.; B: They are more likely to experience sexual assault.; D: They have an increased risk of suicide.; E: They have an increased risk of drug and alcohol addiction.

Question 6

Which are risk factors for gang involvement? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: using drugs; D: skipping school; E: being arrested

Question 7

What does the author mean when he states that gangs act as "powerful social networks” that "constrain the behavior” of members? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Those involved with gangs are more likely to be cut off from their families.; D: Being involved with a gang increases the likelihood of dropping out of school.; E: Once a person becomes involved with a gang, gang members replace his or her previous circle of friends.

Question 8

Which actions could leaders take in accordance with this law? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: increase the penalties for offenses committed by gang members in a school zone; B: arrest high school students who encourage fellow students to join a gang; E: increase the penalties for students wearing gang colors or symbols at school

Question 9

Which characteristics must an organization have in order to be classified as a criminal street gang? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: participating in criminal activity; B: having a common name; D: sharing an identifying sign or symbol

Question 10

Based on this description of gang characteristics, which scenario could be classified as gang activity?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Laura’s new group of friends requires her to shoplift if she wants to continue to hang out with them.

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