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Private Security Today 1e Frank Schmalleger, Larry Siegel, Carter Smith (Test Bank All Chapters, 100% Original Verified, A+ Grade) 1 / 4
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Private Security Today (Smith) Chapter 1 Origins and Foundations of Security 1.1 Multiple Choice Questions 1) The Praetorian Guard initially served as
- Bodyguards for Roman generals
- Personal guards in the city of Praetoria
- Opposing forces for the military in training exercises
- Herdsman for the king's animals
Answer: A
Page Ref: 3
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
2) Among early examples of security barriers were
- Walls built around countries
- Fires
- Armed guards posted around shared borders
- All of the above
- None of the above
Answer: D
Page Ref: 3
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
3) The shire reeve was responsible for
- Maintaining law and order
- Administering justice in the king's court
- Protecting the politicized prisoners (known as reeves)
- Guarding the kings concubines
Answer: A
Page Ref: 3
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
4) The Thief Takers of the mid 1600s
- Were paid by the King for every criminal arrested
- Had no official status
- Made sure that travelers stayed safe
- All of the above
- None of the above
Answer: D
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Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
5) The first detective agency in England was known as
- Guardian Angels
- Sherlock Holmes Inc.
- The Bow Street Runners
- Londonderry Investigations
Answer: C
Page Ref: 4
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
6) The early U.S. Marshals Service had the duties of
- Conducting the federal census
- Carry out death sentences
- Pursue counterfeiters
- All of the above
- None of the above
Answer: D
Page Ref: 5
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
7) The typical private security guard in 1957
- Had minimal employment ability
- Was between 30 and 35 years of age
- Had a college education
- Had at least 5 years' experience
Answer: A
Page Ref: 6
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Basic
8) The academic study of security includes a blended analysis of many disciplines such as criminal justice, business management, disaster preparedness, and
- Computer technology
- Physiology
- Paranormal activities
- Theater
Answer: A
Page Ref: 10
Objective: Identify the components of a profession and what it means to be a
professional.
Level: Basic
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9) Through World War II private security professionals were
- Well trained and highly respected
- Not necessary and so not employed
- Part of the military
- Seen as ill-trained thugs
Answer: D
Page Ref: 6
Objective: Describe a historical example of security practices.
Level: Intermediate
10) The authors' definition of private security included
- The provision of what individuals need and want to feel secure, regardless of their
- The practice of protecting and preserving persons, property, interests, information, and
- Keeping all possessions and property from harm
- Ensuring customers get the level of protection they pay for
wishes
environments
Answer: B
Page Ref: 11
Objective: Define private security.
Level: Intermediate
11) According to the textbook, how many levels of security are considered in developing a working definition?
- Two
- Three
- Four
- Five
Answer: A
Page Ref: 10
Objective: Define private security.
Level: Basic
12) Psychologist Abraham Maslow classified security as part of
- Family
- Belonging
- Satisfaction
- Safety
Answer: D
Page Ref: 11
Objective: Identify the components of a profession and what it means to be a
professional.
Level: Basic
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