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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The 'abuse excuse' defense is believed to occur when boys make up incidents of abuse, in order to __________________________.
(a) Anger their parents.
(b) Gain sympathy from judges.
(c) Gain respect.
(d) Escape punishment.

2. Finding a way to make something positive out of life is _____________________.
(a) Active coping.
(b) Materialism.
(c) Positivism.
(d) Generativity.

3. The sixth line of defense against violence is violence prevention and reduction programs ___________________.
(a) During high school.
(b) During college.
(c) During middle school.
(d) During elementary.

4. What was "Early Warning, Timely Response" supposed to help with?
(a) Responding to community needs.
(b) Responding to student threats.
(c) Dealing with violent youth.
(d) Dealing with broken homes.

5. Incorporating both male and female characteristics is called ___________________.
(a) Depression.
(b) Antisocial.
(c) Androgyny.
(d) Vulnerable.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many levels are there in the Kohlberg's system for moral intellect?

2. In addition to family rejection, what other aspect of life can cause a feeling of alienation in the life of violent youth?

3. Perpetrator relocation is when the perpetrator is ____________________.

4. Why do violent boys appear arrogant, according to Garbarino?

5. Character education supports a set of core values, or ___________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the zone of proximal development?

2. What is Garbarino's belief about what is involved in a complete rehabilitation program for violent boys?

3. What is the most effective violence prevention and reduction program?

4. What is the debate on the role of government and public institutions in child development?

5. What are home visiting programs, and why do they work?

6. What are the two types of trauma, and why is one worse than the other?

7. What is social support, as a foundation for resilience, and what are the two dimensions of social support?

8. What does Garbarino point out in his ten facts of violent life in terms of the temperament of violent youth?

9. According to Garbarino, what does the masculine socialization in America mean to boys, and what is the effect?

10. What is Garbarino's monastery method?

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