Question 1

It wasn't until 	_______ that wife beating was criminalized in the United States
A) the 1970's
B) beginning of the 19th century
C) after the civil war
D) well into the 20th century

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

One way to help estimate prevalence of intimate partner violence and to help decrease selection and recording biases are through sampling survey methods. A weakness of this technique is
A) the methods are subject to self-reporting biases
B) it may fail to sample some groups with high prevalence of abuse, i.e., the homeless
C) the definition of abuse may be defined differently by each researcher
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Each of the options listed (A, B, and C) represents a potential weakness of using sampling survey methods to estimate the prevalence of intimate partner violence. Self-reporting biases (A) can affect the accuracy of the data collected, failure to sample certain groups (B) can lead to underestimation of prevalence, and variability in definitions of abuse (C) can lead to inconsistencies in data collection and interpretation.

Question 3

When a victim of repeat intimate partner violence leaves her partner, she is a
A) at the same or greater risk after separation than before.
B) at the same or less risk after separation.
C) at significantly less risk.
D) intimate partner violence victims never leave their partners.

Accepted Answer

Victims of intimate partner violence are often at the same or greater risk after separation than before. This is because the abuser may feel a loss of control over the victim and may escalate violence in an attempt to regain that control or as a form of retaliation.

Question 4

The number of homicides committed by intimates against both male and female African American victims and white men has declined because
A) harsher criminal sentencing for those who "kill" in self defense
B) of the availability to women of other resources for avoiding or escaping abuse
C) both A and B
D) neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

The decline in homicides committed by intimates is attributed to the availability of resources for women to avoid or escape abuse, such as shelters, hotlines, and legal protections, rather than harsher sentencing for self-defense killings.

Question 5

A Child witnessing parental violence is associated with
A) criminal activity later on in that child's life.
B) a higher incidence of behavioral problems in the child.
C) a definite decrease in the child's IQ.
D) a higher risk of that child becoming an abuser when he or she is an adult.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Women with these characteristics are more likely to characterize abused women than other women who have not been abused
A) African-American
B) Between the ages of 16 and 24
C) Living in urban areas
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Abused women can come from any demographic, but studies have shown that certain factors, such as age and living environment, can influence the likelihood of experiencing abuse. However, it's important to note that abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of race, age, or where they live. The choice "All of the above" reflects the complexity and multifaceted nature of abuse, acknowledging that while certain groups may show higher statistical rates of abuse, it is not limited to those characteristics alone.

Question 7

After leaving an abusive relationship, most women
A) Enter into or seek out another abusive relationship
B) Retain severe psychological symptoms and develop severe mental disorders
C) Do not enter into or seek out other abusive relationships
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that while some women may experience ongoing psychological effects after leaving an abusive relationship, it is not accurate to generalize that most enter into or seek out another abusive relationship. Many take steps to avoid such situations in the future.

Question 8

Which of the following are reasons why women stay in abusive relationships?
A) They are afraid to leave
B) They love their husbands and want to make the marriage work
C) They fear the effects of divorce
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are common reasons why women might stay in abusive relationships. Fear of leaving, love for their partner, and concerns about the consequences of divorce, including the impact on children and financial security, are significant factors that can influence a woman's decision to stay.

Question 9

Abusers are most often persons
A) With severe mental illness and with psychotic diagnosis
B) With criminal histories, especially if they violate orders of protection
C) From upper social classes
D) Who almost invariably come from families in which abuse occurred regularly

Accepted Answer

Abusers often have criminal histories and may violate orders of protection, indicating a pattern of abusive behavior.

Question 10

In "No Drop" policies
A) Once the verdict is reached in intimate partner violence cases, it cannot be appealed.
B) Prosecutors are enabled to go ahead with intimate partner violence cases even if the woman wants to drop the charge.
C) Once a single prosecuting attorney has been assigned to the case, it must go through the courtroom process without changing attorneys.
D) Once assigned to a jury, no juror can "drop" out of the jury at anytime.

Accepted Answer

"No Drop" policies allow prosecutors to proceed with prosecuting intimate partner violence cases even if the victim wishes to withdraw or drop the charges. This is to ensure that cases of domestic violence are taken seriously and pursued to protect victims, who may be under pressure to retract their statements.

Question 11

In theory, family courts are in a better position to handle problems related to children because
A) in all circumstances, family courts can impose fines or jail time.
B) family courts have links with social service agencies.
C) family courts are less intimidating and less formal.
D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Family courts often have connections with social service agencies, which can provide additional support and resources for handling issues related to children.

Question 12

In order for a judge to grant a temporary order of protection
A) the alleged abuser must be convicted of the offense.
B) the alleged abuser must be present.
C) the judge can grant temporary protection without the abuser being present in the court or convicted of a crime.
D) temporary orders of protection are not issued anymore because they do not work and they are a waste of federal dollars.

Accepted Answer

Temporary orders of protection can be granted by a judge without the alleged abuser being present in court or convicted of a crime. This is to provide immediate safety and protection to the victim.

Question 13

What changes have taken place in the rules and procedures governing police intervention in intimate partner violence situations?

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Question 14

What evidence is there for the cycle of violence described by Lenore Walker?

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Question 15

What evidence is there of battered woman syndrome?

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Question 16

What does research tell us about the relative effectiveness of various forms of police intervention in intimate partner violence situations?

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Question 17

What does research tell us about the effectiveness of restraining orders?

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Question 18

How effective has the battered woman's syndrome been as a defense in partner murder trials?

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Question 19

How does intimate partner violence affect determinations of custody and visitation?

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Question 20

The contemporary view of intimate partner violence as a social problem
A) was stimulated in part by the women's movement that organized shelters and grass roots advocacy organization
B) was promulgated by an English judge, Lord Matthew Hale, who first stated the rule of thumb
C) was established by social workers at Hull House
D) was related to laws granting married women property rights

Accepted Answer

The contemporary view of intimate partner violence as a social problem was indeed stimulated in part by the women's movement, which played a crucial role in organizing shelters and grassroots advocacy organizations to support victims and raise awareness about the issue.

Quiz 12: Intimate Partner Violence Multiple Choice Questions:

It wasn't until _______ that wife beating was criminalized in the United States

One way to help estimate prevalence of intimate partner violence and to help decrease selection and recording biases are through sampling survey methods. A weakness of this technique is

When a victim of repeat intimate partner violence leaves her partner, she is a

The number of homicides committed by intimates against both male and female African American victims and white men has declined because

A Child witnessing parental violence is associated with

Women with these characteristics are more likely to characterize abused women than other women who have not been abused

After leaving an abusive relationship, most women

Which of the following are reasons why women stay in abusive relationships?

Abusers are most often persons

In "No Drop" policies

In theory, family courts are in a better position to handle problems related to children because

In order for a judge to grant a temporary order of protection