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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. What generates an "intolerability of existence", according to Gilligan?
(a) Frustration.
(b) Disbelief.
(c) Shame.
(d) Anger.

2. In addition to family rejection, what other aspect of life can cause a feeling of alienation in the life of violent youth?
(a) Sexism.
(b) Racism.
(c) Poverty.
(d) A breakup of the family.

3. The eighth line of defense is teaching mediation, conflict resolution, and peer counseling in ___________________.
(a) College.
(b) High School.
(c) Grade school.
(d) Middle school.

4. What are violent children learning about adults in their lives at early ages?
(a) That adults are cruel.
(b) That adults cannot protect them.
(c) That adults are irresponsible.
(d) That adults are childish.

5. Character education supports a set of core values, or ___________________.
(a) Social anchors.
(b) Pillars of character.
(c) Social triggers.
(d) Landmarks of success.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Garbarino's interview of third graders in Illinois, how many believed they could get a gun if needed?

2. Boot camps are places that use ____________________.

3. Violent boys usually follow a predictable pattern of ____________________.

4. Learning about the destruction of human bodies is __________________.

5. These can help young boys develop a positive sense of self.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Garbarino's monastery method?

2. Explain why some boys seek out a negative universe.

3. Explain Kohlberg's system of moral intellect.

4. Explain social toxicity, and be sure to include what it is, what it consists of, and why it is important to Garbarino.

5. What are the five anchoring effects spirituality has on children?

6. According to James Gilligan, what causes the intolerable existence of violent youths, and what is the effect?

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

8. What forces are at work when identifying preventative measures and acting on them, in terms of violent youth?

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

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

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