TCOLE Professional Policing questions with correct answers

Policing in America has its roots in ________ (Europe, primarily England) methods. CORRECT ANSWER European The northeastern states generally had the "watch and ward" system. "Watch" was nighttime, while "____"___________________. CORRECT ANSWER Ward" was daytime police As American policing developed in New York, Boston, and Philadelphia, an entire system of criminal justice began to experience _________. CORRECT ANSWER Corruption The use of the _________ provided a more rapid response to police calls for service. CORRECT ANSWER Automobile The police performance level increased due to rapid response, while actual communications with citizens _________. CORRECT ANSWER Decreased American policing went through a "reform" era marked by the contributions of such men as August Vollmer, whose goal was to bring ___________________________. CORRECT ANSWER Professionalism to the police The increased use of automobile travel and technology created a fast-paced service style, which further _____________________ from constant citizen contact. CORRECT ANSWER Removed peace officers