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Special Agent Knowledge Flashcards

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  1. Which agency was the FBI's direct predecessor, founded in 1908?

    Answer: Bureau of Investigation

    The Bureau of Investigation, founded in 1908, became the FBI in 1935.

  2. Who served as the FBI's first and longest-serving Director?

    Answer: J. Edgar Hoover

    J. Edgar Hoover led the FBI from 1924 until his death in 1972.

  3. What is the term length of an FBI Director's appointment?

    Answer: 10 years

    Since 1976, the FBI Director serves a single 10-year term.

  4. Who appoints the FBI Director?

    Answer: The President with Senate confirmation

    The President appoints the Director, subject to Senate confirmation.

  5. Which event in 1935 gave the FBI its current name?

    Answer: Renaming of the Bureau of Investigation

    In 1935 the Bureau of Investigation was renamed the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

  6. What is the FBI's official motto?

    Answer: Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity

    The FBI motto is 'Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity,' matching its initials.

  7. Which famous FBI list publicizes the most-wanted fugitives, begun in 1950?

    Answer: Ten Most Wanted Fugitives

    The FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list began in 1950.