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

2. How do psychopaths use body language?
(a) To intrude on personal space.
(b) To indicate innocent intentions.
(c) To make friends.
(d) To distance themselves.

3. What is a typical sign of psychopathic conversation?
(a) Flattery.
(b) Entertaining stories.
(c) Self-contradiction.
(d) Interest in the listener.

4. Of what do today's young criminals have less?
(a) Strategic planning.
(b) Education.
(c) Empathy.
(d) Intelligence.

5. What does Hervey Cleckley see as the main difference between psychopaths who are not incarcerated and those who are?
(a) A more engaging line of talk.
(b) A better education.
(c) A more consistent appearance of normality.
(d) A better physical appearance.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Kenneth Bianchi convince some clinicians that he was not one of the Hillside Stranglers?

2. What is the most common effect of psychopaths on their victims?

3. What question did Helen and Steve ask themselves about their daughter Alice?

4. What is socialization?

5. What programs administer treatment if the psychopath is judged to be crazy?

(see the answer key)

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