Juvenile Justice Unit Test --- Extracted questions

The new ______ changed the age at which juveniles can be tried as adults.

Senate Bill

The district attorney, acting as the ______, presented witness testimony at the trial.

prosecutor

After the arrest, the family filed an ______ to present a sworn statement about where the defendant was at the time of the crime.

habeas corpus

Advocates for ______ programs argue they repair harm between offender and community rather than focusing only on punishment.

restorative justice

Studies show a persistent ______ in sentencing between youth of different races.

racial disparity

The lawyer argued that the police violated his client’s ______ rights during the arrest.

due process

A ______ is a civil wrong (like negligence) that can lead to lawsuits for damages.

tort

The defendant faced a moral ______: accept a plea or risk a longer sentence at trial.

quandary

The pattern of reoffending among young people is called ______.

recidivism

The state’s ______ lists the crimes and corresponding punishments.

penal code

The petition asked the court to consider a writ of ______ to challenge unlawful detention.

habeas corpus

A first-time status offense (like truancy) is usually treated as a ______, not a felony.

misdemeanor

The judge read the jury’s ______ aloud: the defendant was found guilty.

verdict   

Because the offender’s actions caused physical harm, the charge was upgraded from a ______ to a ______.

misdemeanor to a felony

A ______ evaluation helps the court understand a youth’s brain development and decision-making process.

cognitive

What is the primary purpose of the passage about 16-year-old Jordan, who faces charges for vandalism and assault, comparing restorative justice and traditional punishment while examining racial disparities and adolescent brain development?

Explain different approaches to juvenile justice and their consequences.

How does the author support the claim that restorative programs reduce recidivism?

by offering statistics and an example of a successful program

Which sentence shows bias in the passage about Jordan, a 16-year-old facing charges for vandalism and assault?

“Many headlines fast-tracked public outrage before facts emerged.”

Why do experts worry about sending juveniles to adult prisons?

Adult prisons may increase the likelihood of future criminal behavior.

According to the passage about Jordan's case, which factor contributes to racial disparity?

unconscious bias in charging and plea offers

What should juvenile rehabilitative programs emphasize, according to the passage about Jordan facing charges for vandalism and assault?

Skill-building, education, and mentorship.

What does the passage about 16-year-old Jordan, addressing vandalism, assault, restorative justice, racial disparities, and adolescent brain development, imply policymakers should do?

Use evidence to reform sentencing and diversion practices.

What is the primary purpose of Jordan’s case in the passage about vandalism, assault, restorative justice, and racial disparities?

A cautionary example to illustrate larger systemic issues.

Which rhetorical strategy does the author use to strengthen their argument in the passage about Jordan, a 16-year-old facing charges for vandalism and assault?

statistics and expert testimony

What overall tone does the author use when describing the juvenile justice system?

critical but hopeful