The reasoning behind the execution of criminals was/is to deter others from committing similar crimes and to promote respect for authority and the law.
A. 
True
B. 
False
2.
During the Tudors, the list of crimes for which the sentence was death included:
A. 
Theft
B. 
Fire rising
C. 
Manslaughter
D. 
Home invasions
3.
When a person is hung they will become unconscious within ______ as the carotid arteries, jugular vein, and the windpipe are crushed.
A. 
10 - 15 seconds
B. 
15 - 20 seconds
C. 
20 - 25 seconds
4.
One of the most famous hangmen was ______.
A. 
Henry Pierrepoint
B. 
Albert Pierrepoint
C. 
Thomas Pierrepoint
5.
According to the 1913 drop table, a prisoner weighing 170lbs required a drop of 4'11".
A. 
True
B. 
False
6.
The police force of the United Kingdom is based on the premise of fair play, personal freedom, and justice for all.
A. 
True
B. 
False
7.
The police are not allowed to search an individual or vehicle in any area that is open and used by the public.
A. 
True
B. 
False
8.
The Homicide Act 1957 was an act designed to help regulate and partially reform the common law of murder.
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Sample Question
Criminology is the umbrella title of the scientific study of crimes and criminals.