Question 1

Which of the following is true regarding homicides?

Accepted Answer

A)  Homicides rates increase each year in the United States. 
B)  Homicides are the second leading cause of death for persons aged 15 to 24. 
C)  Homicide rates are about the same among white and nonwhite ethnic groups. 
D)  Homicide rates in the United States have only been tracked since the 1980s. 
A)  Homicides rates increase each year in the United States. 
B)  Homicides are the second leading cause of death for persons aged 15 to 24. 
C)  Homicide rates are about the same among white and nonwhite ethnic groups. 
D)  Homicide rates in the United States have only been tracked since the 1980s.

Question 2

Which of the following is true about primary aggression?

Accepted Answer

A)  It will not result in the bodily harm of others. 
B)  It is goal-directed, hostile self-assertion that is destructive in nature. 
C)  It results from frustration with minor, daily life experiences. 
D)  Aggressive behavior does not necessarily result in violent interactions. 
A)  It will not result in the bodily harm of others. 
B)  It is goal-directed, hostile self-assertion that is destructive in nature. 
C)  It results from frustration with minor, daily life experiences. 
D)  Aggressive behavior does not necessarily result in violent interactions.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Low self-esteem 
B)  Academic achievement 
C)  Alienation from family and society 
D)  Low socioeconomic status 
A)  Low self-esteem 
B)  Academic achievement 
C)  Alienation from family and society 
D)  Low socioeconomic status

Question 4

During which phase of the cycle of violence do anger, abusive language, and aggression occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  Acute battering 
B)  Tension building 
C)  Remorse/reconciliation 
D)  Retaliation 
A)  Acute battering 
B)  Tension building 
C)  Remorse/reconciliation 
D)  Retaliation

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes

Accepted Answer

A)  sexual harassment. 
B)  aggravated rape. 
C)  sexual assault. 
D)  rape. 
A)  sexual harassment. 
B)  aggravated rape. 
C)  sexual assault. 
D)  rape.

Question 7

The two most common causes of traumatic brain injury are falls and auto accidents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A bias-motivated crime is

Accepted Answer

A)  a hate crime. 
B)  intimate partner abuse. 
C)  a crime committed by a stranger. 
D)  a crime that was not reported to the police. 
A)  a hate crime. 
B)  intimate partner abuse. 
C)  a crime committed by a stranger. 
D)  a crime that was not reported to the police.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A)  assault. 
B)  domestic violence incident. 
C)  suicide. 
D)  homicide. 
A)  assault. 
B)  domestic violence incident. 
C)  suicide. 
D)  homicide.

Question 10

Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates that

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic drinkers are less likely than others to have histories of violent behavior. 
B)  users of illegal drugs commit robberies and assaults more frequently than nonusers. 
C)  substance abuse can elevate a person's mood and thereby prevent a potential crime. 
D)  substance abuse markedly decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide. 
A)  chronic drinkers are less likely than others to have histories of violent behavior. 
B)  users of illegal drugs commit robberies and assaults more frequently than nonusers. 
C)  substance abuse can elevate a person's mood and thereby prevent a potential crime. 
D)  substance abuse markedly decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following explains why individuals may engage in stalking behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  They lack social skills. 
B)  They are older and more experienced in life. 
C)  They have a limited amount of free time. 
D)  They are held accountable to authority figures for their daily activities. 
A)  They lack social skills. 
B)  They are older and more experienced in life. 
C)  They have a limited amount of free time. 
D)  They are held accountable to authority figures for their daily activities.

Question 13

The most frequent abusers are a child's parent or family member.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is true about marital rape?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is not a crime. 
B)  Women over the age of 25 are most at risk. 
C)  It is usually an isolated occurrence that happens once. 
D)  Many states may treat marital rape as a lesser crime. 
A)  It is not a crime. 
B)  Women over the age of 25 are most at risk. 
C)  It is usually an isolated occurrence that happens once. 
D)  Many states may treat marital rape as a lesser crime.

Question 17

A common ploy used by rapists is to

Accepted Answer

A)  pose as a friend or employee. 
B)  pose as a person of authority such as a police officer. 
C)  engage in an initial e-mail exchange. 
D)  offer to purchase an expensive item for the victim. 
A)  pose as a friend or employee. 
B)  pose as a person of authority such as a police officer. 
C)  engage in an initial e-mail exchange. 
D)  offer to purchase an expensive item for the victim.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

A)  usually know the perpetrator. 
B)  usually are off campus when the rape occurred. 
C)  usually report it. 
D)  usually are seniors or graduate students. 
A)  usually know the perpetrator. 
B)  usually are off campus when the rape occurred. 
C)  usually report it. 
D)  usually are seniors or graduate students.

Question 19

How do you think the socialization of males contributes to sexual assaults against women? Provide information from the chapter to support your answer.

Accepted Answer

Men are exposed to social factors, such

Which of the following is true regarding homicides?

Which of the following is true about primary aggression?

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

During which phase of the cycle of violence do anger, abusive language, and aggression occur?

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

Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes

The two most common causes of traumatic brain injury are falls and auto accidents.

A bias-motivated crime is

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

Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates that

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

Which of the following explains why individuals may engage in stalking behavior?

The most frequent abusers are a child's parent or family member.

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

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

Which of the following is true about marital rape?

A common ploy used by rapists is to

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

How do you think the socialization of males contributes to sexual assaults against women? Provide information from the chapter to support your answer.

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Exam 6: Preventing Violence and Injury

Which of the following is true regarding homicides?

Which of the following is true about primary aggression?

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

During which phase of the cycle of violence do anger, abusive language, and aggression occur?

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

Sexual penetration without the victim's consent constitutes

The two most common causes of traumatic brain injury are falls and auto accidents.

A bias-motivated crime is

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

Research examining the relationship between substance abuse and violence indicates that

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

Which of the following explains why individuals may engage in stalking behavior?

The most frequent abusers are a child's parent or family member.

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

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

Which of the following is true about marital rape?

A common ploy used by rapists is to

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

How do you think the socialization of males contributes to sexual assaults against women? Provide information from the chapter to support your answer.

Accessing Your Health

Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Lifes Challenges

Improving Your Sleep

Building Healthy Relationships and Understanding Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction and Drug Abuse

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly and Ending Tobacco Use

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Personal Fitness

Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Protecting Against Infectious and Noninfectious Diseases

Preparing for Aging Death and Dying

Environmental Health

Making Smart Health Care Choices

Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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