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Introduction to Forensic Science and Criminalistics
Robert E Gaensslen, University of Illinois
Howard Harris, University of New Haven
Henry C Lee, University of New Haven

Nature of Forensic Science

Multiple Choice Quiz



1

Which of the following acronyms refers to a computer database of DNA profiles?
A)CODIS
B)NIBIN
C)AFIS
D)FBI
E)ABC
2

Which of the following individuals is known as the "Father of Forensic Toxicology"?
A)August Vollmer
B)R. A. Riess
C)Edmond Locard
D)Calvin Goddard
E)Mathieu Orfila
3

Which of the following forensic organizations is involved with the accreditation of forensic laboratories?
A)ABC
B)AFIS
C)ASCLD/LAB
D)AAFS
E)CODIS
4

Which of the following involves the study of diseases and the bodily changes caused by those diseases?
A)Pathology
B)Entomology
C)Toxicology
D)Odontology
E)Anthropology
5

The science which examines the effects of extraneous materials such as poisons on the human body is known as:
A)Toxicology
B)Pathology
C)Psychology
D)Anthropology
E)Odontology