Hunt for Careers in Forensic
A Treasure Hunt on Exploring Careers in Forensic Science

created by crimesolvers
Robinson Middle

Introduction | The Questions | Internet Resources

Introduction
You will visit various websites to perform on-line simulations of different forensic fields. This activity will help you understand the job tasks involved in solving crimes using science.

Questions
  1. a. Read the introduction and click on 'Part 1 - It Takes a Lickin...'
    b. Read and follow the directions to solve the crime
    c. The first person to solve the crime should let the teacher know by raising his/her hand.
    d. The correct suspect is _____________________________




  2. a. Read the introduction and go to 'Help' to get instructions
    b. Try to find 4 clues as each 'Place'. You will get 1 point for each clue and correct answer
    c. The first person to solve the crime and get all 12 clues should let the teacher know
    d. Who did the crime? _________ What was your total score ___________



  3. a. Select 'fingerprinting:
    b. Select 'Taking Prints' and follow the directions given. Only do one finger!
    c. Select 'Classifying Prints' to determine which fingerprint pattern is yours.
    d. My fingerprint is a/an ________________________
    e. If you have time, you may select 'Crime Scene Report' and try to solve the crime.

The Internet Resources

The Big Question
Can you answer the following questions?
1. What does forensic mean?
2. What are some job tasks of a Crime Scene Investigator




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Last revised Mon Jan 8 11:20:47 US/Pacific 2007