UNDERSTANDING GENDER/VOILENCE

What is gender-based violence?

• a) Violence that only affects women

• b) Violence directed against a person because of their gender or that affects persons of a particular gender disproportionately

• c) Violence between married couples only d)

• d) Violence that happens in public spaces

Which of the following is NOT a form of gender-based violence?

• a) Domestic violence

• b) Sexual harassment

• c) Traffic accidents

• d) Honor killings

Which statement about domestic violence is TRUE?

• a) It only involves physical abuse

• b) Domestic violence occurs equally across all income levels and social classes

• c) Domestic violence is always reported to authorities

• d) Domestic violence only affects women

Gender stereotypes can lead to:

• a) Equal opportunities for all

• b) Limited expectations and discrimination based on gender

• c) Better understanding between genders

• d) No significant social impact

Which is the most important principle of personal safety?

• a) Always fighting back

• b) Carrying weapons at all times

• c) Avoiding all public places

• d)Trust your instincts and situational awareness

Early warning signs of an abusive relationship may include:

• a) Excessive jealousy and controlling behavior

• b) Isolation from friends and family

• c) Monitoring your activities and communications

• d) All of the above

Emotional abuse can be as harmful as physical abuse because:

• a) It can cause long-term psychological trauma and damage to self-esteem

• b) It's not real abuse

• c) It's easier to recover from

• d) It doesn't affect mental health

Sexual consent means:

• a) Saying yes once means yes forever

• b) Not saying no

• c) Clear, voluntary agreement to engage in sexual activity that can be withdrawn at any time

• d) Implied agreement based on circumstances

Teaching consent and respect should begin:

• a) Only in adulthood

• b) Only after someone experiences violence

• c) Early in childhood through age-appropriate education about boundaries and respect

• d) Never, as it's not necessary

Cyberbullying can be prevented by:

• a) Setting privacy settings, not sharing personal information, and reporting abusive behavior

• b) Not blocking or reporting harassers

• c) Setting privacy settings, not sharing personal information, and reporting abusive behavior

• d) Sharing passwords with friends