Joseph Is a Quiet but Friendly Adolescent

question 166

Multiple Choice

Joseph is a quiet but friendly adolescent. He is doing well in school and has been noted for his intelligence. His teachers are worried about Joseph because his parents have both been in prison and his siblings are gang members. What should you tell Joseph's teachers?

• A) They are correct to worry, because Joseph's charm and intellect will make him an effective criminal.
• B) They shouldn't worry as Joseph has several of the protective factors to keep him from a life of crime.
• C) There is no way to predict how Joseph will turn out given his characteristics and background.
• D) If they intervene now, they might be able to keep Joseph on the right track, but the chances are he will revert to crime in the future.

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