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Define the term family and describe two different types of families.

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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.

Answer:

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.

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What is the difference between violence and abuse?

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A relationship __________.

A
consists of a connection between individuals or groups that rarely causes personal stress
B
consists of a connection between individuals or groups that interact
C
consists of a connection among strangers
D
consists of a connection that does not exist within families
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All of the following are steps to resolving a conflict EXCEPT:

A
listening to how the other person feels
B
taking a few minutes to cool off
C
figuring out what is really bothering you
D
keeping the issue to yourself
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How does working together strengthen a friendship?

Answer:

It helps to develop and strengthen common goals. Working together strengthens the bonds among friends and provides a sense of support. When people share the same interests, it also promotes a sense of belonging.

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A person beats another person in the park to steal their 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
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What are the characteristics of older adulthood?

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The honeymoon phase in abuse is __________.

A
the reason most couples stay together
B
when the couple starts fighting
C
when the abuser physically attacks the victim
D
the time when couples decide to split up
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Describe the differences between the honeymoon phase, tension phase, and violence phase of domestic abuse.

Answer:

The honeymoon phase is the phase when the abuser apologizes and promises that it will never happen again. The apology can be accompanied by excuses for behavior or gifts from the abuser. The tension phase is the stage where tensions are building and emotions peak. The violence phase is when physical abuse, such as hitting or choking, occurs or when verbal abuse peaks.

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How does working together strengthen a friendship?

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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
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Why is confronting a friend in anger not always a good way to react?

Answer:

Although it is normal to have conflicts with friends, it is not healthy to get angry over a simple disagreement. Anger can cause damage to a friendship, can have counterproductive results, can break up the relationship, can hurt feelings, etc.

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You are in the park near your house and notice someone staring at you. They appear to be 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

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