The Edison Company Terrorist Bombings Quiz

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What was the most significant impact of the explosions caused by the 'Mad Bomber'?

Forcing the police to enhance their forensic science capabilities.

Causing material damages and injuring six people at the Paramount Theater.

Killing multiple people in train stations and phone booths.

Creating panic and fear among the citizens of New York. (correct)

Why was the 'Mad Bomber' given that specific label by the newspapers?

As a result of his requests and letters sent to newspapers. (correct)

Due to his association with the Paramount Theater in Brooklyn.

For attacking the Edison Company buildings.

Because of the injuries inflicted during the explosions.

How did the police chiefs initially respond to the bombings?

By being ultimately ineffective in capturing the bomber. (correct)

By boosting their forensic science capabilities.

By intensifying security in train stations and phone booths.

By collaborating with the most important newspapers.

What additional action did the 'Mad Bomber' take apart from planting bombs?

Writing letters to newspapers and making demands. Signup and view all the answers

How did the citizens of New York feel while waiting for public transportation or attending entertainment venues?

Fearful and panicked. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the police have limited success in capturing 'the Mad Bomber'?

As a result of basic forensic science capabilities at that time. Signup and view all the answers

What did Brussel have to do in order to reach the same result?

Transform his medical diagnosis methodology Signup and view all the answers

What did the investigators provide to Brussel to help with his diagnosis?

Photographs of the devices that had not exploded Signup and view all the answers

How did Brussel interpret the photographs and letters provided to him?

To understand the behavior of their author Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of offering all the information to the investigators?

To help them understand the Mad Bomber better Signup and view all the answers

What did Brussel focus on when trying to draw a profile of characteristics?

Behavior of their author Signup and view all the answers

What did Brussel rely on to understand his patient's characteristics and behavior?

Photographs and letters provided by investigators Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes ritual behaviors from other behaviors in the context of crime scenes?

They require extra time for completion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ritual behaviors according to the text?

Associated with high rationality Signup and view all the answers

Why are excessive violence, brutality, and a large number of injuries or wounds considered as ritual behaviors?

As an emotional discharge for the criminal Signup and view all the answers

What purpose do ritual behaviors serve in understanding crimes, according to the text?

To understand the final motivation behind the crime Signup and view all the answers

In what form do most ritual behaviors materialize at crime scenes?

Acts of verbal or written communication Signup and view all the answers

How do ritual behaviors aid in profiling criminals according to the text?

By explaining 'why' behind the crime and aiding in understanding their motivation Signup and view all the answers

What is an important factor that may influence an offender's choice of victim?

The victim's vulnerability and availability Signup and view all the answers

What may lead to an individual becoming a victim for a killer without a conscious plan or fantasy?

Eliciting certain responses from the killer Signup and view all the answers

In what way did one killer justify their actions based on their perception of unfair treatment?

Feeling that women's rejection was unjust Signup and view all the answers

What might motivate an offender to select victims based on certain criteria?

Belief in an unfair world and a sense of injustice Signup and view all the answers

What can make capturing an aggressor who selects victims based solely on opportunity more challenging?

Exclusivity in selection criteria Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to analyze the selection criteria used by offenders when targeting victims?

To gain relevant information for improved understanding Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main purposes of reconstructing the last 24 hours of the victim's activities?

To establish the emotional and physical state of the victim Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to assess if there are any unusual facts or circumstances in the victim's 24-hour timeline?

To discover any deviations from the victim's normal activities Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a victim who is known to the perpetrator, how does this familiarity affect their relationship?

It results in more shared spaces and time together Signup and view all the answers

What does examining the places visited by the victim help in determining?

The victim's social circle Signup and view all the answers

How do interactions with other people factor into reconstructing the victim's last 24 hours?

To determine if the interactions were planned or incidental Signup and view all the answers

Why is it relevant to consider the emotional, psychological, and physical state of the victim before the crime?

To provide context for understanding the crime Signup and view all the answers