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A common ploy used by rapists is to

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pose as a police officer or other authority figure.

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If a friend confided that he or she was forced to have sex and did not consent, this is an example of

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sexual assault.

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A woman often remains a victim of domestic violence because

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she fears retaliation against herself or her children

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Assault, homicide, and suicide are examples of

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intentional injuries

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Campus law enforcement officers now have

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more staff and increased authority to prosecute offenders

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Which of the following is TRUE about stalking?

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It can occur online.

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Based on statistics about campus violence, female students who are victims of rape

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usually know the perpetrator.

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The vast majority of stalkers are

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known to their victims.

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A situation that would be a predictor of domestic violence is

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marital dissatisfaction.

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Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates that

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alcohol consumption is a major factor in domestic violence at all levels

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Cultural beliefs that can be considered societal causes of violence include

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objectifying women.

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If your state doesn't mandate bike or motorcycle helmets, you don't need to bother wearing them to prevent injuries.

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False

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A key defense against personal assault and rape is to

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never become intoxicated at parties or social events

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Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is

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impaired driving.

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Aggression is more likely to occur during times of stress.

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True

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Social and cultural factors that increase the likelihood of violence include all of the following EXCEPT

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social support.

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Rape that involves multiple attackers, strangers, weapons, or a physical beating is

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aggravated rape

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Which of the following is TRUE about domestic violence?

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Homicide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States.

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Which phase of the cycle of violence includes physical acts intended to inflict pain?

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Acute battering

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Violence directed at others and based on prejudice and discrimination is

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ethnoviolence

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Violence can be defined as

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the intentional use of physical force or power against oneself or another person or group.

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If a child is not provided with enough to eat and doesn't have proper clothes to wear, this is an example of

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neglect

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The most common cause of traumatic brain injury is falling.

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True

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The term terrorism is correctly applied to situations in which

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violence is used to achieve political aims.

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What is a common reason that victims of elder abuse do not report it?

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They are afraid that the abuser will retaliate by putting them in a nursing home.

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Of the following, which factor is NOT a risk for gang involvement?

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Academic achievement

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A death that occurs as a result of an intent to harm or kill is a(n)

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homicide

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If you return home to find that your residence has been broken into, you should check every room to see what is missing before calling the police.

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False

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What proportion of murder-suicides in the United States involve an intimate partner?

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about three-fourths

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A bias-motivated crime is

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a hate crime.

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The willful, repeated, and malicious following, harassing, or threatening of another person is

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stalking

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A tendency toward anger may be

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both physiological and related to family background.

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Substance abuse decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide.

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False

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Jane is being harassed by a coworker. You should tell her to

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tell her boss.

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Which of the following is TRUE about ethnoviolence and hate crimes?

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Prejudice and discrimination are always at the base of hate crimes and ethnoviolence.

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Which of the following is TRUE about primary aggression?

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It is goal-directed, hostile self-assertion that is destructive in nature.

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Which of the following is TRUE about the cycle of violence?

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This cycle explains why people stay in unhealthy or dangerous relationships.

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Differences in political beliefs do not appear to be a factor that contributes to violence.

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False

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Violence that occurs between two people in a current or former marriage or sexual or dating relationship is

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intimate partner violence

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The presence of a gun in the home doubles the risk of a homicide occurring in that location.

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False

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Doing some type of activity, such as texting or eating, while driving can cause accidents and is known as

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distracted driving.

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Child abusers are easy to identify.

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False

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Which of the following is TRUE regarding homicides?

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Homicides are the second leading cause of death for persons aged 15 to 24.

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Sexual jokes, suggestive comments, and sexual innuendo are forms of sexual harassment.

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True

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A rape in which the victim knows the attacker is

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acquaintance rape

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In most cases, the perpetrators of child abuse are members of the child's family.

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True

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Which of the following is TRUE about marital rape?

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Many states may treat marital rape as a lesser crime.

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Which phase of the cycle of violence is typically characterized by anger, abusive language, and psychological aggression?

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Tension building

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An unintentional injury is one in which the injury happens due to circumstances, without a deliberate desire to inflict harm.

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True

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An act that causes harm or potential harm to a child is

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child abuse

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The use of force to control and maintain power over another person in the home environment is

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domestic violence

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James lost his job and was unable to pay his rent. His frustration built to the point that he initiated a physical fight with a friend. James is displaying

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reactive aggression.

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Which of the following is TRUE about reactive aggression?

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It is most often an emotional reaction to frustrating life experiences.

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Violence against people or property that is rooted in political or social objectives and intended to intimidate is

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terrorism

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The media are to blame for the perpetuation of violence in our society.

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False

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Which of the following would NOT be considered a hate crime?

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Running a red light and hitting a pedestrian

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Breakdowns in the criminal justice system contribute to violence because

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prisons are overcrowded and prisoners may be released early.

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Your friend confides that her coworker is always making sexually explicit comments to her and telling lewd jokes. You explain to her that this is

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sexual harassment.

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Which of the following is TRUE about acquaintance rape?

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It is a crime of opportunity, not necessarily a prearranged date.

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A growing risk of violent incidents on college campuses has caused colleges to respond by

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revising prevention and emergency response strategies.

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Hate crimes sometimes occur because the perpetrator is retaliating for a perceived insult, unfairness, or slight.

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True

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Sexual harassment is carried out only by people who are in positions of power.

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False

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Children who have experienced sexual abuse are at increased risk for

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anxiety disorders, depression, and suicide.

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The U.S. Public Health Service categorizes injuries resulting from violence as either intentional or accidental.

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False

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Young people tend to join gangs for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

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to impress friends who are not gang members.

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There have been recent reports of date rape drugs being used at campus parties. What should female students do to protect themselves from being the victim of drug-facilitated crimes?

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Tell a friend if they suspect something was slipped into food or drink and go to the ER immediately.

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Domestic violence is very common in the United States.

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True

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Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes

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rape

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All of the following are common characteristics of child abusers EXCEPT

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they have a healthy self-image.

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Which phase of the cycle of violence is called the "honeymoon period" because the batterer may act apologetic and promise to change?

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Remorse/reconciliation

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Emotional and psychological violence can cause as much harm as physical blows or injuries.

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True

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Women from higher socioeconomic groups are at greater risk of marital rape.

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False

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Any form of unwanted sexual attention is

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sexual harassment.

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Successful community strategies for preventing violence include all of the following EXCEPT

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discouraging family planning programs.

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Which of the following is a social contributor to sexual violence?

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Blaming the victim

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