Question 1

Peter exhibits a paranoid thought disorder which is characterized by escalating violence in his contact with several women who,he believes,love him.What dangerous form of sexual harassment is this?

Accepted Answer

Male erotomania is a dangerous form of sexual harassment where the individual has delusions that someone, usually of higher social status, is in love with them. This delusion can lead to escalating violence as seen in Peter's behavior towards the women he believes love him. The other options (A, C, and D) do not accurately describe Peter's behavior.

Question 2

Which of the following is true about violence against older adults?

Accepted Answer

According to research, approximately 4% of older adults over 65, living alone, experienced some form of abuse in the last 12 months. The victim can be both male and female, and the perpetrator is often someone close to the victim, such as a family member, caregiver, or trusted friend. Violence against older adults is still a significant issue that requires continued attention and prevention efforts.

Question 3

Jim decided that he did not like the new carpet that Jenny had picked for their home,and as such,he injured Jenny.The most common form of injury,which was inflicted by Jim upon Jenny was ____________.

Accepted Answer

Bruises are the most common type of injury that can be inflicted upon someone without the use of a weapon or sharp object. It is possible that Jim physically assaulted Jenny by hitting or pushing her, resulting in bruises. Burns, scratches, and cuts are less likely to be the result of an altercation over carpet choice.

Question 4

Libby is abused by her husband.The best predictor of this type of abusive behaviour is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Libby is abused by her husband.The best...

Question 5

Eric engaged in sexual intercourse which was unwanted by his date.According to a recent study cited in the text,what is the primary reason for male involvement in this type of act?

Accepted Answer

Male peer pressure is often cited as a primary reason for male involvement in acts of unwanted sexual intercourse, as it can influence individuals to conform to certain behaviors to gain acceptance or prove their masculinity within their peer group.

Question 6

Jill's husband slapped her because his laundry was not folded.Jill feels guilty for not folding the laundry and will try extra hard to make sure this never happens again.What phase in the cycle of violence is this?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jill's husband slapped her because his laundry...

Question 7

Sammy engaged in an act in which he was intimate with Joanne without her consent.This act is known as ________________.

Accepted Answer

The act described in the scenario is known as sexual assault, which is any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient. It may involve physical force, coercion, manipulation, or the victim's inability to give consent due to intoxication or other factors. Forced rape is redundant as all rape is forced; sexual invasion is not a commonly used term in this context; and sexual aggressiveness implies consensual behavior on both parties, which is not the case here.

Question 8

Which of the following best describes Phase Two of the cycle of violence?

Accepted Answer

In Phase Two of the cycle of violence, the tension builds and the woman can no longer predict when the violent acts will occur, leading to increased anxiety and fear.

Question 9

Which of the following can be said about violence in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following can be said...

Question 10

Sally is a victim of sexual child abuse.The abuser is most likely to be _____________.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that the majority of child sexual abuse is perpetrated by someone known to the child, such as a parent or someone in a position of authority or trust, like a spouse or companion of a parent. While abuse by other family members such as older brothers, grandfathers, or uncles is also possible, the highest risk factor is someone in a caregiver role.

Question 11

Which of the following is a proposed cause of hate and bias crimes?

Accepted Answer

A desire to blame others when the economy seems to be out of control is a proposed cause of hate and bias crimes.

Question 12

Lately,Tanya never knows when her husband will erupt and start beating her.Which phase of the cycle of violence is this?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lately,Tanya never knows when her husband will...

Question 13

The principal reason that overcoming violence in our society is largely a male issue is based on the realization that boys are taught that competitiveness,power and ________ are valued male attributes.

Accepted Answer

Boys are often taught to suppress their emotions and exhibit control over themselves and others, leading to a culture of domination and aggression. Empathy and maturity are not necessarily seen as essential male attributes, while self-esteem can be encouraged in healthy ways that do not promote violence.

Question 14

Which of the following statements about violence against women is true?

Accepted Answer

Studies show that approximately one out of three women worldwide experience some form of violence in their lifetime, and at least one out of ten experience domestic violence from their partner. Domestic violence is a serious issue and can lead to physical injury, mental health problems, and even death.

Question 15

Victims of youth violence are usually ________.

Accepted Answer

Youth violence typically refers to acts of violence committed by individuals in the age range of 12-17. While some younger children may be victims of violence, they would typically not be considered victims of youth violence as the perpetrators in those cases would not be considered youth. Similarly, while adults can be victims of violence, this would not be considered youth violence.

Question 16

Which of the following is usually a characteristic of a physically violent stalker?

Accepted Answer

Physically violent stalkers often engage in significant verbal threats against their victim as a way to intimidate and control them, which can escalate to physical violence. Choices A, B, and D are all incorrect because physically violent stalkers may or may not know their victim, may have a history of previous abuse towards their victim, and often have significant anger issues.

Question 17

It has been a while since John has hit his wife and actually,they have been getting along quite well.Which phase of the cycle of violence is this?

Accepted Answer

The phase of the cycle of violence described in the scenario is the remorse/reconciliation phase. This is when the abuser apologizes for their behavior and promises to change, and the victim may believe that things will improve. However, this phase is often followed by another incident of violence, as the tension builds again.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes Phase Three of the cycle of violence?

Accepted Answer

In Phase Three of the cycle of violence, often referred to as the "honeymoon phase," the batterer typically shows remorse, apologizes, and may promise never to be violent again. This phase is characterized by reconciliation and affectionate behavior from the abuser.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes Phase One of the cycle of violence?

Accepted Answer

In Phase One of the cycle of violence, minor battering incidents can occur, which may lead the woman (or victim) to become more nurturing or accommodating in an attempt to prevent further violence. This phase is characterized by building tension and often minor acts of violence.

Question 20

Which of the following countries does not collect and report data related to hate-motivated conduct systematically on a national scale?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following countries does not...

Quiz 20: Preventing Violence, Abuse, and Injury