Question 2 (Mandatory)

The Walnut Street Jain in Philadelphia was the first jail in the U.S. to hold a sentenced prisoner. True

False

Question 3 (Mandatory)

The Penitentiary Act of 1779 included which of the following?

1)They were to be safe and sanitary.

2)There were no fees to prisoners.

3)There were systematic inspections.

4)All of the above

Question 4 (Mandatory)

What types of individuals are housed in Jails?

1)Those awaiting trial.

2)Those awaiting sentencing.

3)Probation and Parole violators.

4)All of the above.

Question 5 (Mandatory)

In most instances, who is responsible for operating jails?

1)The State Commission of Corrections

2)The County Legislature

3)The County Sheriff

4)None of the above

Question 6 (Mandatory)

The vast majority of people under correctional supervision are on Probation.

True

False

Question 7 (Mandatory)

Juveniles are never eligible for probation

True

False

Question 8 (Mandatory)

Probation Officers are only responsible for supervising individuals on Probation.

True

False

Question 9 (Mandatory)

Everyone on Probation have the same restrictions.

True

False

Question 10 (Mandatory)

Inmate suicides are a significant concern for Jail Administrators.

True

False