Responding to Violence and Abuse Practice

a girl is assaulted by her boyfriend for disagreeing with him, she is partially to blame for the assault because she should not have upset him by voicing her opinion.

F

What is a person called who commits an act of violence?

A person who commits an act of violence is called an assailant.

You are in the park near your house and notice a man staring at you. He appears suspicious and you suddenly feel afraid. Which of the following is the BEST thing to do? A. take off running through a shortcut that will get you home quickly B. walk quickly but confidently down the busiest street that will take you to your house C. ask a couple of people at the park that you don't know to walk to your house with you, but stay in highly visible areas the whole way D. none of the above

B

Which of the following statements is BEST describes an abusive relationship? A. An abusive partner will admit to the problem and change. B. The abuse was probably just an accident and the abusive partner won't do it again. C. The abuse will happen again regardless of how sorry the abuser seems to feel. D. The abuse will stop when the abuser makes more money.

C

A person beats a man in the park to steal his wallet. Unfortunately, the victim dies as a result of the beating. Which of the following acts of violence did the assailant commit? A. domestic violence B. assault C. gang violence D. homicide

D

Which of the following can influence a person's behavior toward committing an act of violence? A. drugs or alcohol B. mental or emotional issues he or she may be dealing with C. what is seen or heard through the media D. all of the above

D

Which of the following is NOT a step in making an escape plan for a person with an abusive partner? A. be ready to leave at a moment's notice B. memorize a list of emergency contacts C. practice the escape plan in advance D. confront the abuser and leave

D

What is the difference between violence and abuse?

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: All abuse is violence because it all consists of rough or hurtful actions, even if it's only hurtful speaking. However, abuse is different from some other forms of violence because an abuser exerts force upon another person that results in physical, mental, and/or emotional harm.

What is the best way to answer the door when you are home alone? Give at least two important safety tips people should practice at home.

Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Always use caution. Look out of a window nearby or a peep hole to identify who is knocking. Ask the person to identify him or herself. Never reveal that you are home alone. Check to make sure that the door is locked. If you're not sure that the person should be there, it's better not to let him or her into the house.

Which of the following are important components in practicing self- defense? A. confidence B. assertiveness C. strong body language D. all of the above

D