What Do You Know About Solitary Confinement?

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What Do You Know About Solitary Confinement? - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    The psychological effects of solitary confinement are easily treated.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    In many cases, the effects are irreversible.

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  • 3. 

    The New York City jails have one of the highest rates of solitary confinement in the United States

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. The New York City jails indeed have one of the highest rates of solitary confinement in the United States. This means that a significant number of prisoners in these jails are subjected to long periods of isolation, which can have severe psychological effects. Solitary confinement is a controversial practice, and its high prevalence in New York City jails highlights the need for reform in the criminal justice system to ensure the humane treatment of prisoners.

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  • 4. 

    Taxpayers dollars do not go towards solitary confinement. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Taxpayers dollars do go towards solitary confinement. This is because the cost of maintaining and operating correctional facilities, including the expenses associated with solitary confinement, is funded by taxpayers. The funds are used to cover various aspects such as staff salaries, security measures, and the overall functioning of the correctional system, which includes the provision of solitary confinement as a form of punishment or control. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that taxpayers' dollars do not go towards solitary confinement.

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  • 5. 

    Women treated for mental illness can expect to stay in jail 3.6 times longer than other prisoners.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Women treated for mental illness can expect to stay in jail 3.6 times longer than other prisoners. This means that women with mental illness are likely to face longer periods of incarceration compared to prisoners without mental illness. This could be due to various factors such as lack of access to appropriate mental health treatment, stigma and discrimination, and a lack of understanding and support for individuals with mental illness within the criminal justice system.

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  • 6. 

    2 weeks in solitary confinement constitutes as torture.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Solitary confinement refers to the practice of isolating prisoners in a small cell for 22-24 hours a day, with minimal human contact or environmental stimulation. Research has shown that prolonged periods in solitary confinement can have severe psychological effects, such as anxiety, depression, and hallucinations. Therefore, spending 2 weeks in such conditions can indeed be considered as a form of torture, as it inflicts significant mental suffering on the individual.

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  • 7. 

    What fraction of incarcerated people in NYC receive mental health treatment while in jail?

    • 1/3

    • 2/3

    • All prisoners are eligible to receive mental health treatment in jail.

    Correct Answer
    A. 1/3
    Explanation
    Approximately one-third of incarcerated people in NYC receive mental health treatment while in jail.

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  • 8. 

    The New York City Department of Correction intends to decrease its solitary confinement capacity by 69% by the end of 2013.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because it states that the New York City Department of Correction intends to decrease its solitary confinement capacity by 69% by the end of 2013. However, since the question is being asked in the present tense, it implies that the intended decrease should have already happened by the end of 2013. Therefore, if it did not happen, the statement is false.

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  • 9. 

    What is the minimum amount of time a prisoner spends in solitary confinement each day? 

    • 12 hours

    • 20 hours

    • 5 hours

    • 22 hours

    Correct Answer
    A. 22 hours
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 22 hours because solitary confinement refers to a punishment where a prisoner is isolated from other inmates for a certain period of time. In this case, the minimum amount of time a prisoner spends in solitary confinement each day is 22 hours, which means they are only allowed 2 hours of free time outside of their cell.

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  • 10. 

    How many solitary confinement beds does the New York City Department of Correction set aside to punish people diagnosed with mental illness?

    • 1,000

    • 100-200

    • 500

    • 200-300

    Correct Answer
    A. 200-300
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 200-300. This suggests that the New York City Department of Correction sets aside a specific number of beds for solitary confinement as a form of punishment for individuals diagnosed with mental illness. This range implies that there is a significant number of beds dedicated to this purpose, indicating a concerning practice within the correctional system.

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  • 11. 

    What was the average length of time a Rikers Island prisoner was detained in solitary confinement in 2012?

    • 1 year

    • 60 days

    • 120 days

    • 4 months

    Correct Answer
    A. 60 days
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 60 days. This means that, on average, a Rikers Island prisoner was detained in solitary confinement for a period of 60 days in 2012.

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  • 12. 

    What is a major reason prisoners are held in solitary confinement? 

    • They are immigrants and cannot afford bail.

    • They have caused violence in the jail.

    • They are returning to jail.

    • They disobeyed rules of the jail.

    Correct Answer
    A. They are immigrants and cannot afford bail.
    Explanation
    All of these answers are correct, but a serious issue in the United States at this time that has resulted in an increase of the use of solitary confinement are illegal immigrants.

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  • 13. 

    Help us understand the different types of people quizzing. What is your age group?

    • Under 18

    • 18-30

    • 30-50

    • 50+

    Explanation
    This question is asking for the age group of people who participate in quizzing. The options provided are: Under 18, 18-30, 30-50, and 50+. These age groups represent different demographics of people who engage in quizzing activities.

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  • 14. 

    Male or female?

    • Male

    • Female

  • 15. 

    How engaged in the news and current policies are you? 

    • Very engaged

    • Engaged

    • Slightly engaged

    • I do not involve myself in government policy or news

    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Very engaged." This suggests that the person is highly involved and interested in keeping up with the news and current policies. They are likely to actively seek out information, stay informed, and participate in discussions or activities related to government policies and news events.

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  • 16. 

    Do you live in New York State?

    • Yes

    • No

    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Yes" because it indicates that the person does live in New York State.

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  • 17. 

    Which of the following describes your race?

    • White/Caucasian

    • African-American/Black

    • Asain

    • American Indian or Alaska native

    • Pacific Islander

    • Other

    Explanation
    This question is asking respondents to select the option that describes their race. The options provided include White/Caucasian, African-American/Black, Asian, American Indian or Alaska native, Pacific Islander, and Other. This allows individuals to choose the category that best represents their racial background.

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