Question 1

In the AAUW survey of middle and senior high school girls, what percentage reported receiving sexual comments or looks?

Accepted Answer

Nearly half (48%) of the girls surveyed reported receiving sexual comments or looks.

Question 2

Girls who are harassed in school:

Accepted Answer

Girls who are harassed in school tend to feel anxious, afraid, and less confident than other girls. While some schools may have supportive teachers and intervention programs, this is not the case for all girls who experience harassment. Additionally, harassment can negatively impact a student's academic performance and success.

Question 3

Which of the following is/are true of peer sexual harassment in school?

Accepted Answer

A) This is not true, as research shows that girls tend to experience higher levels of distress from sexual harassment than boys.
B) This is not true, as witnessing or hearing about sexual harassment can also have negative effects on students, such as feelings of fear, anxiety, and a hostile school environment.
C) This is not true, as even if sexual harassment is perceived as accepted, it can still create a sense of insecurity and vulnerability among students.

Question 4

Research indicates that there are variations in people's perception of a behavior as sexual harassment. Which of the following correctly reflects findings of this research?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that when the target of the behavior is a student, people are more likely to perceive the behavior as harassment if the harasser is a professor than if the harasser is another student. This is likely due to the power differential between a professor and a student. Gender differences in perception are not consistently found and it is not accurate to say that men are more likely to classify behaviors as harassment or that men are harsher in their judgments of the harasser.

Question 5

When college students experience sexual harassment, the most common response is to:

Accepted Answer

The answer of When college students experience sexual harassment, the...

Question 6

Which of the following is true regarding the incidence of sexual harassment on campus?

Accepted Answer

Research and surveys consistently show that females are more likely to be victims of sexual harassment on campus compared to males.

Question 7

Ashley Johnson's male co-workers frequently tell sexual jokes in her presence, even though she has repeatedly told them it makes her uncomfortable. Additionally, they often make unwelcome comments to her about her body. It appears that Ms. Johnson is experiencing ______ sexual harassment.

Accepted Answer

Ms. Johnson is experiencing a hostile environment sexual harassment, as her male co-workers are creating an unwelcoming and uncomfortable workplace through their repeated sexual jokes and comments about her body.

Question 8

According to research on sexual harassment targeted at women in the workplace:

Accepted Answer

According to research, sexual coercion is less common than other forms of harassment such as unwanted touching and sexual advances. Option A is incorrect as sexual remarks and jokes are actually among the most common forms of harassment. Option C is also incorrect as studies have found that the prevalence of sexual harassment in the workplace is much higher, with some studies reporting that up to 50% of women have experienced some form of sexual harassment at work.

Question 9

According to research on sexual harassment targeted at women in the workplace:

Accepted Answer

Sexual harassment is more prevalent in male-dominated blue-collar jobs, where the imbalance in gender representation can contribute to an environment where such behaviors are more likely to occur. This is supported by numerous studies and reports that highlight the challenges women face in these sectors.

Question 10

In which of these occupations is sexual harassment least likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

Clerical jobs typically have more gender balance and are less likely to involve physical labor or high-risk situations where power dynamics can contribute to sexual harassment.

Question 11

Research indicates that targets of sexual harassment are more likely to be_____ than_____.

Accepted Answer

Research shows that younger women are more likely to be targets of sexual harassment than older women. This is often attributed to power dynamics and perceptions of vulnerability.

Question 12

Research indicates that characteristics of harassers does not include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that characteristics of harassers include B, C, and D, but not A. Harassers often have traditional gender attitudes and view women as inferior, and they may see sexual relationships as a means of power and control rather than mutual pleasure. However, having a positive attitude toward women would not align with the behavior of a harasser.

Question 13

Sex-role spillover theory of sexual harassment contends that:

Accepted Answer

The sex-role spillover theory of sexual harassment suggests that harassment occurs because men see female workers as women first and workers second, leading to inappropriate behavior based on traditional gender roles and expectations. This theory does not blame women for their own harassment or suggest that romantic relationships are the primary cause of harassment in the workplace.

Question 14

According to sex-role spillover theory:

Accepted Answer

Sex-role spillover theory suggests that in workplaces where there are few women, men tend to respond to female employees more based on their gender rather than their work-related abilities or accomplishments. This can result in gender-based discrimination and stereotyping.

Question 15

According to the power theory of sexual harassment, which of the following is/are not true?

Accepted Answer

The power theory of sexual harassment does not suggest that harassment occurs because men respond to female employees more as women than as workers. The theory suggests that harassment is a manifestation of power imbalances in the workplace, where men (who generally have more power) abuse their power to gain sexual favors from women.

Question 16

Which of the following is not an externally focused response to sexual harassment?

Accepted Answer

Attempting to forget about the event is an internally focused response, as it involves the individual trying to cope with the harassment on their own without involving any external sources. The other options - asking the harasser to stop, avoiding the harasser, and informally reporting the harasser to the authorities - are all externally focused responses as they involve reaching out to others outside of oneself for help or resolution.

Question 17

According to the text, which of the following is likely to be the most common response made by women when they are sexually harassed?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that the most common response made by women when they are sexually harassed is to avoid the harasser. Filing a formal complaint or lawsuit, as well as confronting the harasser directly, are less common responses.

Question 18

Women who have been sexually harassed are most likely to report negative outcomes when they deal with the harassment in the following way:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Women who have been sexually harassed are...

Question 19

The consequences for women of reporting sexual harassment include:

Accepted Answer

Women who report sexual harassment are often faced with negative consequences such as lower job evaluations, psychological health problems such as anxiety and depression, and physical health problems such as sleep disturbances and increased risk of heart disease. These consequences can make it difficult for women to speak out against harassment and can perpetuate a culture of silence surrounding the issue.

Question 20

Which is true of stalking?

Accepted Answer

Stalking is often perpetuated by former partners or someone known to the victim. In fact, a study found that about 76% of women who reported being stalked by a former partner were also physically assaulted by that partner.

Answer: D
 Currently, about 16% of American women report being stalked at some point in their lifetime, which is a much higher percentage than the given 5%. Additionally, both men and women can be stalkers, and there is no clear gender majority.

Therefore, the only true statement about stalking is C.

Quiz 14: Violence Against Girls and Women

In the AAUW survey of middle and senior high school girls, what percentage reported receiving sexual comments or looks?

Girls who are harassed in school:

Which of the following is/are true of peer sexual harassment in school?

Research indicates that there are variations in people's perception of a behavior as sexual harassment. Which of the following correctly reflects findings of this research?

When college students experience sexual harassment, the most common response is to:

Which of the following is true regarding the incidence of sexual harassment on campus?

Ashley Johnson's male co-workers frequently tell sexual jokes in her presence, even though she has repeatedly told them it makes her uncomfortable. Additionally, they often make unwelcome comments to her about her body. It appears that Ms. Johnson is experiencing ______ sexual harassment.

According to research on sexual harassment targeted at women in the workplace:

According to research on sexual harassment targeted at women in the workplace:

In which of these occupations is sexual harassment least likely to occur?

Research indicates that targets of sexual harassment are more likely to be_ than_.

Research indicates that characteristics of harassers does not include which of the following?

Sex-role spillover theory of sexual harassment contends that:

According to sex-role spillover theory:

According to the power theory of sexual harassment, which of the following is/are not true?

Which of the following is not an externally focused response to sexual harassment?

According to the text, which of the following is likely to be the most common response made by women when they are sexually harassed?

Women who have been sexually harassed are most likely to report negative outcomes when they deal with the harassment in the following way:

The consequences for women of reporting sexual harassment include:

Which is true of stalking?