Deck 18: Sexual Coercion

Question 1

In 2012, Jerry Sandusky, a former assistant coach at Penn State University, was convicted of

A)incest with his sister.
B)sexual harassment of his secretary.
C)pedophilia with numerous young boys.
D)raping his wife.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

The available statistics on the incidence of rape in America from the national surveys are probably ________ of the True incidence of rape.

A)overestimates
B)accurate estimates
C)underestimates
D)untrustworthy estimates

Answer 2

C

Question 3

According to your textbook, the "double standard" of rape originated in

A)the Bible.
B)the Victorian age.
C)biological differences between men and women.
D)a time when women were seen as property of their fathers and then their husbands.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Of all the crimes that our society has on the books, it is estimated that rape is one of the most

A)falsely-reported.
B)widely-reported.
C)over-reported.
D)under-reported.

Question 5

Statutory rape refers to

A)sexual intercourse with a non-consenting person by the use of force or the threat of force.
B)date rape.
C)sexual intercourse with a person who is below the age of consent, even if the person cooperates.
D)sexual activity obtained by the use of force or the threat of force.

Question 6

The Hudood Ordinances in Pakistan involve which of the following policies for handling the victims of rape?

A)The ordinances set aside funds for counseling and treatment of victims of rape.
B)The ordinances allow for the victims of rape to be imprisoned and punished for having intercourse.
C)Victims of rape are removed from their families and placed into protective governmental housing in order to prevent reprisals against the woman by her family.
D)Victims of rape have no legal recourse because the ordinances officially declare all rape to be the fault of the woman, allowing perpetrators to go free.

Question 7

In modern day Pakistan, laws prevent women from doing which of the following if raped?

A)Testifying against the male perpetrator in court
B)Going to religious services
C)Leaving the country
D)Going out in public for five years after the rape incident

Question 8

Legally, what is the difference between rape and sexual assault?

A)Rape does not involve violence. Sexual assault involves violence.
B)Rape is penetration of the vagina by any object. Sexual assault does not involve vaginal penetration.
C)Rape is forced sexual intercourse. Sexual assault is any sexual act not involving intercourse.
D)Rape is sexual activity without consent. Sexual assault is sexual activity with the use or threat of force.

Question 9

In stranger rape, it is typical for rapists to

A)choose a victim and then carefully plan the rape.
B)choose a victim impulsively and immediately commit the rape.
C)invite a woman on a date and then force sex.
D)target prepubescent children.

Question 10

When a man becomes a rape victim, it usually happens

A)while they serve in the army.
B)in a college dormitory.
C)at a bachelor party.
D)before they are 11 years old

Question 11

Females of this age group are most likely to be targeted in a rape.

A)13-15
B)16-24
C)25-28
D)29-33

Question 12

According to the FBI, how many forcible rapes occurred (and were reported) in 2011?

A)about 40,000
B)about 85,000
C)about 120,000
D)about 150,000

Question 13

The definition of rape is

A)vaginal penetration without consent.
B)aggravated assault with a penis.
C)forced vaginal penetration.
D)different from state to state.

Question 14

In general, women are more likely to be raped by

A)men they know.
B)strangers.
C)criminals.
D)None of the above

Question 15

One of the central myths about rape in our culture is that most rapes are perpetrated

A)by acquaintances.
B)by husbands against their wives.
C)by strangers.
D)on dates.

Question 16

Which form of rape is defined as sexual intercourse with a non-consenting person by the use of force or the threat of force?

A)Forcible rape
B)Statutory rape
C)Date rape
D)Acquaintance rape

Question 17

Which is a form of sexual assault?

A)Statutory rape
B)Sex with a consenting minor
C)Any kind of rape
D)Forcible rape

Question 18

The Hudood Ordinances in Pakistan are examples of how modern-day laws in some countries

A)are making progress in fighting the epidemic of forcible rapes in their countries.
B)can deter women from reporting rape for fear of the punishments that women receive for reporting rapes.
C)can help women maintain social status after experiencing the humiliating experience of rape in their culture.
D)place all of the blame of rape on the shoulders of the victim, allowing men complete domination of women and free reign to rape as often as they like.

Question 19

According to the NISVS Survey, approximately how many men had been raped sometime in their lifetime?

A)1 in 1,000
B)1 in 500
C)1 in 250
D)1 in 70

Question 20

In the ancient Babylonian and Hebrew cultures, victims of rape were

A)forced to marry the rapist.
B)put to death with the rapist.
C)banished from the community.
D)sent to live in monasteries.

Question 21

As Margarette's husband began to drink more, he became more sexually aggressive. In the last three months, he has forced sex on Margarette three times. If she is typical of most victims of partner rape, Margarette is likely to

A)seek counseling.
B)get the police involved.
C)stay silent and stay with her husband.
D)secretly run away.

Question 22

Acquaintance rapes are frequently not reported, but when they are, they are often treated as

A)violent assaults.
B)the woman's fault.
C)a consequence of too much alcohol.
D)misunderstandings or lovers' quarrels.

Question 23

A woman may choose to not report a rape. Which of the following reasons is NOT one of the reasons she may make this choice?

A)She may blame herself for somehow contributing to another's crime.
B)She knows that it really did not happen.
C)She may feel guilty about potentially ruining the rapist's life.
D)She may be afraid of retaliation from the rapist and/or his friends.

Question 24

A jury's task of determining whether a sexual act between a couple during a date was rape boils down to the issue of

A)consent, based on his word against hers.
B)intoxication.
C)past sexual history.
D)length of dating.

Question 25

The major motive behind gang rape is

A)sexual.
B)exercising power.
C)solidarity.
D)competition.

Question 26

Male rape victims

A)are often attacked by multiple assailants.
B)are generally held captive for shorter periods of time than female victims.
C)suffer fewer physical injuries than female victims.
D)are more willing to report the rape than female victims.

Question 27

Men who rape other men are rarely motivated by

A)revenge.
B)domination.
C)the need for sex.
D)sadism.

Question 28

Rape by women generally involves

A)a prepubescent male.
B)aiding men who are attacking another woman.
C)force with a weapon.
D)more than one woman.

Question 29

What is the name of the college protest against sexual violence that occurs on many campuses each year?

A)Stop, Look and Listen to Women
B)Take Back the Night
C)"No" Means "No" Means "No"
D)Reclaiming Our Dignity

Question 30

Which of the following is True regarding date rape?

A)Most date rapes are committed on the first date with the rapist.
B)Most date rapes take place at parties in public areas.
C)Most date rapes involve the use of alcohol by the couple.
D)In most date rapes, the male purposefully sets out to get the female drunk.

Question 31

Which statement is True regarding male rape?

A)Most men who rape other men are homosexual.
B)The only motive cited for male rape is retaliation.
C)Males are generally attacked by a single assailant.
D)Most male rapes occur in prisons.

Question 32

Date rape is a form of

A)acquaintance rape.
B)stranger rape.
C)statutory rape.
D)forcible rape.

Question 33

Overwhelmingly, the most frequent types of rapes are committed by

A)men against women.
B)men against men.
C)men against female relatives.
D)women against men.

Question 34

Barbara is a victim of partner rape. She doesn't report the incident to anyone. If she is like many victims of partner rape, which of the following is the most significant reason she keeps it a secret?

A)Fearing no one will believe her.
B)She is ashamed.
C)She is afraid it will make her husband leave her.
D)She doesn't want to soil her reputation.

Question 35

Which of the following statements are FALSE?

A)Rape is a crime based on power and control.
B)Women make many false accusations of rape in order to get back at men.
C)Fantasizing about rape does not mean a woman wants to be raped in real life.
D)The rapist may be an acquaintance or dating partner of the victim.

Question 36

In a national college survey, of the women who had been sexually assaulted, how many saw their experience as "rape"?

A)60%
B)50%
C)33%
D)25%

Question 37

Which of the following tends to be the most vicious or violent types of sexual assault?

A)Stranger rapes (by an individual)
B)Acquaintance rapes
C)Date rapes
D)Gang rapes

Question 38

The majority of rapists are someone the victim

A)has never met.
B)has met only on the Internet.
C)has sexually teased.
D)knows.

Question 39

Rape committed by women

A)is rare.
B)often involves aiding men who are attacking another woman.
C)can occur in a gang setting.
D)All of the above

Question 40

When a man is the victim of rape, the vast majority of rapists are

A)other men.
B)gay men.
C)women who they are dating.
D)only elderly males.

Question 41

There are rape prevention strategies for women while walking back to their home or dorm at night. Which of the following is NOT good advice in a woman has to walk from one place to another?

A)Walk close to the curb and away from shrubs.
B)Avoid shortcuts through isolated or unlit areas.
C)Be aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts.
D)Always take the same route home.

Question 42

In studies of sexually coercive men who have not been incarcerated for rape, the men are more likely to show all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT

A)hold traditional gender-role attitudes.
B)be sexually aroused by depictions of rape.
C)be sexually inexperienced.
D)have peer groups that pressure them into sexual activities.

Question 43

In terms of rape prevention, which of the following is NOT an appropriate prevention measure?

A)Keep doorways and entries well lit.
B)Don't walk by yourself after dark.
C)List yourself on your mailbox by first initials only.
D)If you are approached by any male, scream "Rape!" as loudly as you can.

Question 44

A key component of the treatment process for rape survivors is to help the survivor

A)remember the details of the event.
B)forgive the rapist.
C)find support.
D)report the rape to police.

Question 45

There are rape prevention strategies for dating women. Which of the following is NOT good advice for a first date?

A)Find out as much as you can about your date beforehand.
B)Be aware that getting drunk or high may increase your vulnerability.
C)Tell your date immediately that you know they have the potential to be a rapist.
D)Tell a friend or family member where you are going and what time you should be back.

Question 46

All of the following are True about posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), EXCEPT:

A)PTSD is rare among rape victims.
B)PTSD is brought on by exposure to a traumatic event.
C)People with PTSD may have flashbacks to the traumatic experience.
D)PTSD may affect rape victims.

Question 47

College men who hold "traditional" views of gender roles tend to be

A)less likely to accept violence against women.
B)more likely to blame rape survivors.
C)less likely to become aroused by depictions of rape.
D)less likely to have engaged in sexual coercion.

Question 48

In the vast majority of sexual abuse cases, the abuse occurs between a child and

A)a stranger who lures them into a car.
B)a parent.
C)relatives, family friends, or neighbors.
D)a stranger who lures them into his car.

Question 49

All of the following are myths about rape mentioned in the text, EXCEPT

A)"Women say no when they mean yes."
B)"Rapists are crazed by sexual desire."
C)"Women like a man who is forceful and pushy."
D)"Lesbians make up rapes to retaliate against men."

Question 50

In a survey of parents of children sexually abused by family members, how many parents notified the police?

A)0%
B)15%
C)30%
D)60%

Question 51

Which beliefs or aspects of the male roles in American society may contribute to the occurrence of date rape?

A)A decline in participation of men in organized sports
B)The belief that women are sensitive and tender
C)The need for "sensitive" men
D)The belief that sex is a competition

Question 52

Which of the following is commonly known as the "date-rape drug"?

A)Valium
B)Rohypnol
C)Gama hydroxy butyrate
D)Ambien

Question 53

Which of the following correctly identifies the psychological profile of most convicted rapists?

A)A lack of sexual arousal toward women and hyper-aggressive histories
B)Severely mentally ill and angry toward women for past negative events
C)Sexually sadistic and overly aggressive with a history of estrangement from their mothers
D)There is no single set of psychological characteristics that define the majority of convicted rapists.

Question 54

After a rape, many survivors enter a ________ state.

A)crisis
B)manic
C)calm
D)hyper-social

Question 55

All of the following are forms of child sexual abuse, EXCEPT

A)intimate kissing between an adult and a child under the age of consent.
B)an adult masturbating while a child under the age of consent watches.
C)an adult fondling the genitals of a child who gives willing consent.
D)masturbation or fondling of the genitals between children of similar ages.

Question 56

Many women may be hesitant to report a rape because

A)they fear retaliation from the rapist.
B)they doubt others will believe them and it will just be her word against his.
C)they fear the social stigma that is attached to the survivors of rape.
D)Any of the above may be a reason.

Question 57

Which of the following is True regarding the holding of rape myths by college men and women?

A)College men and women both tend to hold many rape myths.
B)Women tend to hold more rape myths than men.
C)Men tend to hold more rape myths than women.
D)Rape myths are rarely held by either college men or women.

Question 58

Research has shown that if attacked, using physical resistance

A)is an effective strategy for preventing rape.
B)can decrease the chance of completion of the rape, but can increase the risk of injury.
C)will not stop the rape but will lessen the chance of serious injury.
D)will buy enough time for a passerby to intervene or call the police.

Question 59

If raped, it is strongly recommended that the victim

A)only talk to her/his best friend before talking to any authority.
B)does nothing to remove physical evidence from her/his body.
C)follow the rapist to better identify him/her.
D)cleans herself/himself well.

Question 60

Typical first reactions to being raped include

A)self-destructive behavior or suicide.
B)anger and grief.
C)self-blame and guilt.
D)total denial and depression.

Question 61

All of the following are examples of "acting out" behaviors of sexually abused children EXCEPT which?

A)Performing or acting like characters from TV shows
B)Throwing tantrums
C)Using drugs or other substances
D)Showing antisocial behavior

Question 62

The most common type of incest is

A)brother-sister incest.
B)father-daughter incest.
C)stepfather-stepdaughter incest.
D)mother-son incest.

Question 63

On average, girls are first sexually abused at approximately what age?

A)Between birth and 2 years
B)Between 3 and 5 years
C)Between 6 and 12 years
D)Between 15 and 18 years

Question 64

Compared to children who have not been sexually abused, children who have been sexually abused are likely, in later life, to

A)display few self-destructive behaviors.
B)show less alcohol and drug abuse.
C)be more likely to become child abusers themselves.
D)suffer fewer psychological problems.

Question 65

Make a person feel powerless and unable to control their lives and you will likely see negative psychological consequences in that person, most notably

A)anxiety.
B)schizophrenia.
C)shame and guilt.
D)depression.

Question 66

According to the classic study by Gebhard et al. (1965), fathers who committed incest with their daughters were likely to see their daughters as

A)sexual objects.
B)wanting and willing to have sex.
C)a surrogate wife.
D)in love with them.

Question 67

In the infamous Psychological Bulletin article that reanalyzed studies of college students' reports of sexual contact with adults during childhood, the authors recommended which of the following?

A)All age of consent laws should be abolished and sex with children should be allowed
B)Researchers should not equate the experience of 5-year-old victims with the experiences of 17-yearolds who have sexual contact with adults
C)That age of consent laws should only apply to female victims of child-adult sexual contact, and not with boys
D)Research into the benefits of adolescent-adult contact should be conducted

Question 68

The most common type of child sexual abuse is

A)oral sex.
B)vaginal penetration.
C)genital fondling.
D)exhibitionism.

Question 69

Consanguineous means

A)sexually frustrated.
B)oppressed, as in oppressed attitudes toward the opposite sex.
C)very masculine.
D)related by blood.

Question 70

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be True about child sexual abusers?

A)Most are male.
B)They are more likely to have been sexually abused as children.
C)They are addicted to child pornography.
D)They tend to be shy and emotionally and socially immature.

Question 71

Pedophiles often believe that

A)children want to have sex with adults.
B)sex does not harm children.
C)they can not control their impulses.
D)All of the above

Question 72

Which of the following is True regarding pedophilia?

A)Most pedophiles are so distressed by their urges that they never act on them.
B)Most pedophiles target a single victim for long-term sexual abuse.
C)All pedophiles are child molesters.
D)Most pedophiles are male.

Question 73

Which of the following factors characterizes a pedophile but may or may not characterize a child molester?

A)Preferred or exclusive attraction to children
B)The number of victims
C)The age of the victims
D)Lack of other sexual outlets

Question 74

Which pattern of sexual activity in adolescence tends to be found among females with a history of childhood sexual abuse?

A)Later ages of initiating consensual sex
B)Earlier ages of initiating consensual sex
C)Increased frequency of forcing sexual contact on others
D)Lowered frequency of sexual behavior during young adulthood

Question 75

According to a recent federal report published by the Department of Education on the sexual misconduct of educators, approximately what percentage of incidents of sexual misconduct in U.S. schools were perpetrated by women?

A)5%
B)25%
C)40%
D)60%

Question 76

Which of the following groups of people who sexually abuse children is most likely to have been abused themselves?

A)Adult male abusers
B)Adult female abusers
C)Adolescent male abusers
D)Female child abusers of all ages

Question 77

Incestuous contact between a parent and a child often involves which of the following?

A)A parent in an otherwise functional marriage
B)Alcohol
C)Equal power distribution between the parents
D)A father who is not religious

Question 78

In contrast to adult sexual assault, child sexual abuse

A)involves more force.
B)always involves penetration.
C)generally involves the use of restraints.
D)rarely involves the use of force.

Question 79

Children who are sexually abused may suffer from

A)short- and long-term psychological difficulties.
B)genital injuries.
C)psychosomatic problems.
D)All of the above

Question 80

Research generally supports the stereotype of the pedophile as

A)someone who abuses children only in times of stress.
B)emotionally unstable, impulsive, and mistrustful.
C)manipulative, aggressive, and emotionally stable.
D)clear thinking and trustworthy.