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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Crime: The Logical Choice, 83-101.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How well do psychopaths get along with one another?
(a) Comfortably.
(b) Not at all.
(c) They often admire one another.
(d) Well.

2. How does the author feel about films that allow identification with psychopaths?
(a) They are silly and have no connection with reality.
(b) They are powerful role models for people with problems.
(c) They are helpful diagnostic tools.
(d) They are cathartic, releasing our interest in evil without doing harm.

3. What effect did Jeffrey have on Elyse's future relationships with men?
(a) She was on guard.
(b) She was angry and hostile.
(c) She was promiscuous.
(d) She felt unworthy of a wholesome relationship.

4. What does the author say is the hallmark of a psychopath?
(a) A stunning lack of conscience.
(b) Mental anguish.
(c) Hallucinations.
(d) Delusions.

5. Why are murderers often given early parole?
(a) Homicide is typically unlikely to be repeated.
(b) Murderers can fake remorse.
(c) Murderers can demonstrate good behavior.
(d) Murderers can con parole boards.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the typical motivation for a psychopath's act of violence?

2. What was Ted Bundy's opinion of guilt?

3. Why is it important for parole boards to understand psychopathy?

4. How do psychopaths tend to view their own aggression?

5. Why is Hannibal Lecter not an accurate portrayal of a psychopath?

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