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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Flies in the Web, pg 144-154.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the most common effect of psychopaths on their victims?
(a) Hatred and isolation.
(b) Confusion, disappointment and despair.
(c) Guilt and regret.
(d) Ecstasy followed by sorrow.

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

4. 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.

5. Why do the victims of psychopaths often have trouble convincing others?
(a) The victims are often wrongdoers themselves.
(b) Their stories are too extreme to be believed.
(c) Psychopaths paint the victims as the real culprits.
(d) The victims are not convincing speakers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What programs administer treatment if the psychopath is judged to be sane but evil?

2. Who was Amy Fisher?

3. How do psychopaths know what emotions to display to others?

4. What was the first thing the author noticed about Ray when he met him?

5. Why do wives often put up with psychopathic behaviors longer than they should?

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