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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Can Anything Be Done?, pg 192-206.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what does Robert Lindner claim psychopaths strive?
(a) Peace and security.
(b) Societal change.
(c) Immediate satisfaction.
(d) Long-range happiness.

2. What does the author believe Grigson's approach lacks?
(a) Careful examination and testing.
(b) Sufficient acquaintance with the defendant.
(c) Sufficient study of the evidence.
(d) Sufficient allowance for organic brain damage.

3. What programs administer treatment if the psychopath is judged to be sane but evil?
(a) Correctional facilities.
(b) Universities.
(c) Research hospitals.
(d) Mental health facilities.

4. How did Clifford Olson see himself during his trial?
(a) As a scapegoat.
(b) As a hero.
(c) As a victim.
(d) As a celebrity.

5. Why do wives often put up with psychopathic behaviors longer than they should?
(a) They feel unworthy of a better life.
(b) They feel they have nowhere else to go.
(c) They feel they must maintain the integrity of the home.
(d) They feel insecure.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who normally serves on parole boards?

2. What do psychopaths commit twice as often as other criminal offenders?

3. How do psychopaths get into therapy?

4. What was the verdict in the case of Edward Gein?

5. How did the congregation of Ed Lopes react to discovering he was actually a thief and murderer?

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