Question 1

A _____ is a drug sometimes administered to women during dates; it knocks them unconscious, making it easy for the date to carry out the rape.

Accepted Answer

A "roofie" is a slang term for Rohypnol, a drug that is sometimes used to incapacitate individuals, making them vulnerable to sexual assault.

Question 2

Helen's husband insisted on having sex with her despite her constant protests and struggling.This is an instance of:

Accepted Answer

Marital rape refers to non-consensual sex where the perpetrator is the victim's spouse. Despite being married, consent is still required for sexual activities.

Question 3

Which of the following is used as a date-rape drug?

Accepted Answer

Flunitrazepam is a benzodiazepine that is used as a date-rape drug. It is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless drug that can be easily slipped into a drink. Flunitrazepam causes drowsiness, confusion, and memory loss, which can make it difficult for victims to resist sexual assault.

Question 4

In which of the following theoretical views of the nature of rape is gender inequality both the cause and result of rape?

Accepted Answer

The feminist theory posits that rape is both a cause and a result of gender inequality, viewing it as a tool used to maintain male dominance and control over women.

Question 5

One of the theoretical views of the nature of rape considers the psychopathology of the rapist.According to this view, rape is an act that is:

Accepted Answer

The psychopathology view suggests that rape is committed by individuals with psychological disturbances or disorders.

Question 6

What does a date-rape drug do?

Accepted Answer

A date-rape drug typically contains sedatives that can cause the victim to become unconscious or semi-conscious, making them vulnerable to sexual assault. It does not enhance sexual desire, responsiveness, or pleasure.

Question 7

Amanda went to a party with her boyfriend.At the party, he surreptitiously added Rohypnol to her drink which made her feel very drowsy.On the pretext of taking her home, he took her to a motel and raped her.Amanda was the victim of _____.

Accepted Answer

Amanda was the victim of date rape, which involves a person being raped by someone they know, often in a social setting like a date or party.

Question 8

Which of the following can be classified as intimate partner rape?

Accepted Answer

Intimate partner rape refers to any form of sexual violence committed by a current or former spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, or partner. Jennifer was raped by the man she was cohabiting with, making it an example of intimate partner rape. The other options are examples of sexual abuse or assault, but not specifically by an intimate partner.

Question 9

At a party, Bill points out a scantily-clad woman to Ted.He says, "If a woman dresses like that, can she really blame a man for trying to rape her? In that skirt, she's just asking for it." Which of the following theoretical views of the nature of rape does Bill adopt?

Accepted Answer

Bill adopts the victim-precipitated view of rape, which blames or holds the victim responsible for having "asked for it" due to her clothing or behavior. This view falsely asserts that some victims "provoke" or "tempt" their attackers and contribute to their own victimization. This view ignores the fact that rape is an act of violence and control, and that clothing or behavior is not responsible for someone else's decision to rape.

Question 10

Katanistan is a conservative country in which a rape victim is almost always punished for the incident and the rapist seldom prosecuted.People believe that a rape occurs because a woman invited it in some way.Which of the following theoretical views of the nature of rape does this society adopt?

Accepted Answer

This society adopts the view that rapes are victim-precipitated, as they believe the victim invited the incident in some way, thus blaming the victim rather than the perpetrator.

Question 11

Paula told her mother that she'd been raped at a nightclub.Her mother responded with, "What were you doing at the nightclub? If you had stayed at home it would never have happened." Which of the following views about the nature of rape does Paula's mother take?

Accepted Answer

Paula's mother's response suggests victim blaming, which is the belief that the victim is at fault for the rape. This implies that rape is caused by the victim's actions or behavior, rather than the rapist's. This aligns with Choice C, as it suggests that rape is precipitated by the victim.

Question 12

_____ theorists view rapists as the product of gender-role socialization and theorize about the complex links between sex and power.

Accepted Answer

Feminist theorists focus on gender roles and power dynamics in society, including in instances of sexual violence.

Question 13

Research indicates that marital rape:

Accepted Answer

Marital rape is a form of domestic violence and is often associated with other forms of marital violence and abuse.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of marital rape?

Accepted Answer

Marital rape can include rape committed by a former spouse, as it involves non-consensual acts within the context of a marital relationship, whether current or past.

Question 15

Which of the following is true of Rohypnol?

Accepted Answer

Rohypnol is known to cause sedation, muscle relaxation, and can induce partial amnesia, making it difficult for victims to recall events.

Question 16

Carol has been living with her boyfriend for three years.One day, after a big fight, Carol threatens to leave him.He becomes angry, beats her, and rapes her so that she would be dominated into staying.This is classified as _____.

Accepted Answer

This situation is classified as intimate partner rape, which occurs when a person is raped by someone they are in a romantic or intimate relationship with, such as a spouse or partner.

Question 17

Victim-precipitated rape represents the tendency to:

Accepted Answer

Victim-precipitated rape is a term that blames the victim for their own rape by suggesting that they did something to provoke the attacker or they were irresponsible in some way, such as drinking too much or dressing in a provocative manner. Therefore, the tendency is to blame the victim rather than the rapist.

Question 18

Which of the following is true of the theoretical view of the nature of rape that considers the psychopathology of the rapist?

Accepted Answer

The psychopathology view suggests that rape is a result of the individual deviance or mental illness of the rapist, rather than societal or cultural factors.

Question 19

Marital rape is:

Accepted Answer

Marital rape can be extremely traumatic for the victim and is just as much a violation as any other form of rape. However, it is often not recognized as a crime in many countries, and significant legal and social progress has been made in recent years to raise awareness and change this.

Question 20

Which of the following theoretical views of the nature of rape holds that the eroticization of violence in U.S.society is one of the causes of rape?

Accepted Answer

The feminist theory posits that societal norms, including the eroticization of violence, contribute to the prevalence of rape by perpetuating power imbalances and objectifying women.

Quiz 15: Sexual Coercion