Question 1

Which of the following best fits for the definition of sexual assault?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

Which of the following is true regarding sexual assault?

Accepted Answer

According to national surveys, non-strangers (such as acquaintances, friends, and ex-partners) committed more than 77 percent of the rapes reported by respondents, making this the most accurate statement among the choices given. The other options are not supported by data and are therefore untrue.

Question 3

Which of the following is a definition of stalking?

Accepted Answer

Stalking is defined as the persistent following, observing, and/or harassment of an individual. It can include actions such as repeatedly showing up at a person's workplace or home, sending unwanted gifts or messages, and making threats.

Question 4

One myth about rape is that a woman who _____ wants to have sex.

Accepted Answer

This statement perpetuates the myth that a woman's clothing choices can cause or contribute to sexual assault. In reality, rape is not caused by how someone dresses, but by the choice of a perpetrator to commit a violent crime. Victim blaming only serves to take away responsibility from the perpetrator and put blame on the victim.

Question 5

Women from which of the following age groups are most likely to be victims of intimate partner violence?

Accepted Answer

Women in the age group of 25-34 are at the highest risk of intimate partner violence, according to statistics from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. This age group is generally associated with younger, less-established relationships, and may be more susceptible to power dynamics and control from their partner.

Question 6

The backlash hypothesis suggests that violence against women is:

Accepted Answer

The backlash hypothesis suggests that violence against women increases when men perceive a threat to their traditional gender roles and power. As women gain greater equality in areas such as politics and the workforce, some men may feel their power is being threatened, leading to an increase in violence against women as a way to exert dominance and control. Thus, choice C is the most accurate statement.

Question 7

One myth blames battered women for being hit and says that:

Accepted Answer

This statement blames the victim for the abuse they are experiencing and perpetuates the myth that the victim is responsible for the perpetrator's violent behavior. This is not true, and no one deserves to be subjected to violence or abuse.

Question 8

Evidence suggests rape myths are part of the larger culture and,as such,are _____ from the culture.

Accepted Answer

Rape myths, such as the belief that women are responsible for their own sexual assaults, are not based on empirical evidence but are socially constructed and transmitted through cultural messages. Therefore, they are learned from the culture rather than being biologically transferred or mandated, and cannot be easily extricated from it.

Question 9

Put most simply,_____ may be defined as sexual intercourse (vaginal,anal,or oral penetration)without the consent of the victim.

Accepted Answer

Rape is the only option that accurately fits the definition given. Sexual assault is a broader term that can refer to any non-consensual sexual contact, but not necessarily intercourse. Simple assault refers to physical violence or the threat of violence, and pornography is not related to non-consensual sex acts.

Question 10

Feminist scholars see rape and battering as inevitable consequences of:

Accepted Answer

Feminist scholars view rape and battering as outcomes of patriarchy, which refers to a social system where men hold primary power and women are disadvantaged in terms of political, economic, and social standing. Feminists argue that rape and battering occur within this system, as they are used as tools to maintain male dominance and control over women's bodies. Television influence, female hierarchy, and the military industrial complex may contribute to the perpetuation of patriarchy, but they are not seen as direct causes of rape and battering by feminist scholars.

Question 11

The other myth is that women "ask" or "deserve" to be raped by the way behave and thus precipitate their own victimization.Which of the following is an example?

Accepted Answer

Entering a bar alone does not imply that a woman is asking or deserving to be sexually assaulted. This myth perpetuates victim blaming and shifts the responsibility from the offender to the victim, which is not acceptable. A woman's behavior, attire, or lifestyle choices do not justify or excuse sexual violence.

Question 12

Some experts on women's violence talk about a sense of _____ that some women develop from repeated battering.This self-defense mechanism helps a battered woman cope by giving up any hope of improvement and by becoming passive.

Accepted Answer

Learned helplessness is a psychological concept that suggests that individuals who experience repeated negative events or situations may begin to believe that they are unable to control or change their circumstances. In the context of women's violence, some experts argue that women who are repeatedly battered may develop a sense of learned helplessness, which can lead to a passive coping strategy that involves giving up hope of improvement and becoming emotionally detached from their situation. This coping strategy can help to protect women from further harm but may also make it difficult for them to take action or seek help.

Question 13

In addition to other forms of violence,this routine practice in many Islamic countries affects an estimated 140 girls and women worldwide.

Accepted Answer

Genital mutilation, also known as female genital cutting or female circumcision, is a harmful traditional practice that involves the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia. It is prevalent in many Islamic countries and affects around 140 million girls and women worldwide. Ear piercings and tongue piercings are common forms of body modification that are generally voluntary and do not cause harm, while limb amputation is a form of physical violence that is rare and typically occurs as a result of war or conflict.

Question 14

Women are the primary targets _____ precisely because they are women and they have a higher victimization rate than men.

Accepted Answer

Studies show that women are more likely to be victims of rape, sexual assault, and domestic violence than men. Therefore, they are primary targets for these crimes precisely because of their gender.

Question 15

Violence against women is

Accepted Answer

Violence against women is a global epidemic that affects women in all countries, regardless of their socioeconomic status or cultural background. According to the World Health Organization, around 1 in 3 women worldwide have experienced physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime. This highlights the urgent need for action to address and prevent violence against women globally.

Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 16

Another myth is that:

Accepted Answer

The myth is that if women do not leave their abusers or report them, the abuse is not severe. In reality, there are many complex reasons why victims may not leave or report abuse, including fear, financial dependency, or emotional attachment.

Question 17

The best evidence indicates that _____is even more common than rape.

Accepted Answer

Domestic violence is more common than rape according to various studies and reports, including the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This survey found that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men experience severe intimate partner physical violence, while the prevalence for rape is 1 in 5 women and 1 in 71 men.

Question 18

Intimate partner violence occurs:

Accepted Answer

Intimate partner violence can occur in all neighborhoods regardless of social status or ethnicity. It is not restricted to any specific demographic or socioeconomic group.

Question 19

Anthropological evidence supports the view that _____ helps to explain violence against women.

Accepted Answer

Anthropological evidence, including cross-cultural studies, demonstrate that gender inequality, such as the subordination of women in patriarchal societies, plays a significant role in explaining violence against women.

Question 20

The NCVS estimates that almost _____ rapes and sexual assaults occurred in 2014 against people age 12 or older.

Accepted Answer

The NCVS estimates that there were approximately 284,000 rapes and sexual assaults against individuals aged 12 or older in 2014.

Quiz 11: Violence Against Women