Essay Questions for chapter 1 and 2
For each of the Essay Questions below, you must answer it with a full paragraph. A full paragraph is 6-8 sentences and lets me know that you
completely understand the concept.
One and two sentence answers will be given 0 points. Additionally, this is not a Cut and Paste exercise. The only way I know that you understand the
concept is if you explain it to me in your own words.
1. What is the difference between immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers?
2. Why is community policing outreach to immigrants and refugees important?
3. What are some barriers to a positive relationship between immigrants and police?
4. How is culture relevant to law enforcement? Give Specific examples.
5. What is prejudice and how does it affect law enforcement?
6. How can is racism being addressed in organization? Give specific examples.
7. Explain the history of women in law enforcement?
8. What are some workplace issues that arise? How do they addressed? Give specific examples.
9. How is sexual orientation viewed and addressed in the law enforcement community? Do you think issues are improving, declining or staying the same? Support
your answer.
10. What is the importance of leadership and how does professionalism relate?