10 Questions
Who is often credited with coining the term 'serial killer'?
Robert K. Ressler
In what year did Robert Ressler graduate from Schurz High School?
1955
What was the profession of Robert Ressler's father?
Worked in security and maintenance at the Chicago Tribune
Where did Robert Ressler grow up?
Chicago, Illinois
What initially fascinated Robert Ressler in his early years?
Killers, following the Tribune's articles on 'The Lipstick Killer'
Where did Robert Ressler grow up?
Robert Ressler grew up on North Marmora Avenue in Chicago, Illinois.
What significant role did Robert Ressler play in the 1970s?
Robert Ressler played a significant role in the psychological profiling of violent offenders in the 1970s.
What did Robert Ressler often give lectures on after retiring from the FBI?
After retiring from the FBI, Robert Ressler often gave lectures on criminology.
What term is Robert Ressler often credited with coining?
Robert Ressler is often credited with coining the term 'serial killer'.
Who was the son of Joseph and Gertrude Ressler?
Robert Ressler was the son of Joseph and Gertrude Ressler.
Test your knowledge of FBI agent and author Robert K. Ressler with this quiz. Learn about his contributions to the psychological profiling of violent offenders and his role in coining the term "serial killer."
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