TDCJ PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS
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1. Which of the following is NOT one of the four TDCJ Core Values?
A. Integrity
B. Efficiency
C. Courage
D. Commitment
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The four TDCJ Core Values are Perseverance, Integrity, Courage,
and Commitment. Efficiency is not officially listed as one of the four core values.
2. According to PD-22, ‘General Rules of Conduct and Disciplinary Action for Employees’,
which level of offense is the most serious?
A. Level 2
B. Level 1
C. Level 3
D. Level 4
,Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Level 1 offenses are the most serious violations of employee
conduct policy, often resulting in immediate discharge for the first offense.
3. The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) was signed into federal law in what year?
A. 1993
B. 2003
C. 2013
D. 1983
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: PREA was signed into federal law in 2003 to address the
problem of sexual abuse of persons in the custody of U.S. correctional agencies.
4. Which Constitutional Amendment protects offenders from ‘cruel and unusual
punishment’?
A. First Amendment
B. Fourth Amendment
C. Eighth Amendment
D. Sixth Amendment
Answer: C
, Conceptual Explanation: The Eighth Amendment prohibits the federal government from
imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, or cruel and unusual punishments.
5. What is the primary purpose of a ‘Pat-Down’ search?
A. To humiliate the offender
B. To establish dominance over the population
C. To check for proper uniform fit
D. To detect weapons or contraband
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Pat-down searches are conducted to ensure the safety and
security of the facility by detecting hidden weapons, drugs, or other unauthorized items.
6. In the Use of Force continuum, what is the first level of control?
A. Verbal Commands
B. Officer Presence
C. Chemical Agents
D. Empty Hand Control
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The mere presence of a uniformed officer is considered the first
level of control and can often deter prohibited behavior without further action.
AND ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED. JUST
RELEASED
1. Which of the following is NOT one of the four TDCJ Core Values?
A. Integrity
B. Efficiency
C. Courage
D. Commitment
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The four TDCJ Core Values are Perseverance, Integrity, Courage,
and Commitment. Efficiency is not officially listed as one of the four core values.
2. According to PD-22, ‘General Rules of Conduct and Disciplinary Action for Employees’,
which level of offense is the most serious?
A. Level 2
B. Level 1
C. Level 3
D. Level 4
,Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Level 1 offenses are the most serious violations of employee
conduct policy, often resulting in immediate discharge for the first offense.
3. The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) was signed into federal law in what year?
A. 1993
B. 2003
C. 2013
D. 1983
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: PREA was signed into federal law in 2003 to address the
problem of sexual abuse of persons in the custody of U.S. correctional agencies.
4. Which Constitutional Amendment protects offenders from ‘cruel and unusual
punishment’?
A. First Amendment
B. Fourth Amendment
C. Eighth Amendment
D. Sixth Amendment
Answer: C
, Conceptual Explanation: The Eighth Amendment prohibits the federal government from
imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, or cruel and unusual punishments.
5. What is the primary purpose of a ‘Pat-Down’ search?
A. To humiliate the offender
B. To establish dominance over the population
C. To check for proper uniform fit
D. To detect weapons or contraband
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Pat-down searches are conducted to ensure the safety and
security of the facility by detecting hidden weapons, drugs, or other unauthorized items.
6. In the Use of Force continuum, what is the first level of control?
A. Verbal Commands
B. Officer Presence
C. Chemical Agents
D. Empty Hand Control
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The mere presence of a uniformed officer is considered the first
level of control and can often deter prohibited behavior without further action.
