Urban Policing and Crime

What is one reason cities can make it harder to catch criminals?

• They have more advanced technology.

• They have stricter laws.

• They increase the number of potential suspects.

• They have fewer law enforcement officers.

What was the primary role of the Ascidians in ancient Athens?

• To collect taxes

• To prosecute criminals

• To serve as judges

• To prevent riots

Which country is credited with being the birthplace of modern policing?

• England

• France

• Spain

• Germany

What was a common issue faced by 19th-century police forces in the United States?

• Insufficient funding

• Overstaffing

• Corruption

• Lack of training

Who was appointed as a police commissioner in New York City to reform the police force?

• William Strong

• Alexander Williams

• Fernando Wood

• Teddy Roosevelt

What strategy did New York City adopt under Rudy Giuliani to reduce crime?

• Community policing

• Predictive policing

• Broken windows policing

• Zero tolerance policing

What was the main focus of the Lexow Committee's investigation?

• Police funding

• Police recruitment

• Police training programs

• Police corruption

What was a significant downside of the policing success in New York City?

• Increased taxes

• Overcrowded prisons

• Decreased tourism

• Higher crime rates

What was one of the reforms enacted during the Regressive Era?

• Increased police salaries

• Community engagement programs

• Introduction of body cameras

• Appointment based on exams

What was a common criticism of American police in the 1960s?

• They were too lenient.

• They were underfunded.

• They were too strict.

• They were both too aggressive and too passive.