Froggy Jumps Criminal Justice Essentials QuizOnline version Test your knowledge on key concepts in criminal justice! by Phil Burrell 1 What is the primary purpose of criminal justice? a To support criminal activities. b To maintain social order and enforce laws. c To punish offenders only. 2 Which component of the criminal justice system investigates crimes? a The judiciary. b Correctional facilities. c Law enforcement agencies. 3 What is the role of the judiciary in criminal justice? a To interpret and apply the law. b To enforce laws. c To create laws. 4 What term describes the process of formally charging someone with a crime? a Indictment. b Sentencing. c Arraignment. 5 What is the standard of proof required in a criminal trial? a Beyond a reasonable doubt. b Clear and convincing evidence. c Preponderance of evidence. 6 Which amendment protects against double jeopardy? a Eighth Amendment. b Sixth Amendment. c Fifth Amendment. 7 What is a plea bargain? a An agreement between the defendant and prosecutor. b A trial by jury. c A type of sentencing. 8 Which agency is primarily responsible for federal law enforcement? a FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation). b ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives). c CIA (Central Intelligence Agency). 9 What is the primary goal of rehabilitation in criminal justice? a To isolate offenders from society. b To punish offenders severely. c To reform offenders and reduce recidivism. 10 What does the term 'due process' refer to? a Punishment without trial. b Fair treatment through the judicial system. c Speedy trials only. 11 What is the primary purpose of criminal justice? a To rehabilitate only violent criminals. b To punish all offenders harshly. c To maintain social order and enforce laws. 12 Which component of the criminal justice system investigates crimes? a Law enforcement agencies. b Correctional facilities. c Judicial courts. 13 What is the role of the judiciary in criminal justice? a To interpret laws and administer justice. b To create laws. c To enforce laws. 14 What does the term 'due process' refer to? a Fair treatment through the normal judicial system. b Quick trials without evidence. c Punishment without trial. 15 What is the main goal of corrections in criminal justice? a To rehabilitate offenders and reintegrate them into society. b To isolate offenders permanently. c To punish offenders without reform. 16 Which amendment protects against self-incrimination? a The Eighth Amendment. b The First Amendment. c The Fifth Amendment. 17 What is a plea bargain? a An agreement between a defendant and prosecutor. b A type of sentencing. c A trial without a jury. 18 What is the primary function of a prosecutor? a To oversee police investigations. b To represent the state in criminal cases. c To defend the accused. 19 What is the term for a legal process to determine guilt? a Trial. b Sentencing. c Arraignment. 20 Which theory focuses on the social context of crime? a Rational choice theory. b Biological theory. c Social disorganization theory.
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