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5 Victims, Harm, and Support Online Quiz Questions

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20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

True or false: The National Crime Victimization Survey asks about incidents that were reported to police as well as incidents that were not reported.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
Choose one
1 point

How should patterns in victimization risk be interpreted?

  1. A

    They show that people exposed to higher risk are responsible for crimes committed against them.

  2. B

    They can help identify where prevention and support are needed without making victims responsible for crimes.

  3. C

    They prove that victimization is distributed equally across communities.

  4. D

    They show that access to resources has no connection to exposure or risk.

03
Written response
1 point

What term describes the experience of harm caused by crime? Enter the term.

04
Fill in the blank
1 point

Medical bills and lost income are examples of harm.

05
True or false
1 point

True or false: If a person shows no visible distress after a crime, that proves they were not harmed.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
Choose one
1 point

An agency repeatedly asks a person to recount a painful experience without explaining why or offering a choice about how to proceed. What is the main concern?

  1. A

    The person experiences only physical harm.

  2. B

    The person is receiving restitution.

  3. C

    The response may cause secondary harm.

  4. D

    The person is exercising a right to be heard.

07
Choose all
1 point

Which actions are consistent with trauma-informed practice when supporting a person affected by crime? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Explain what will happen next.

  2. B

    Ask permission before asking sensitive questions.

  3. C

    Pressure the person to report so the case can proceed.

  4. D

    Protect the person’s privacy.

  5. E

    Offer interpreters or disability accommodations when needed.

08
Fill in the blank
1 point

An amount a court may order an offender to pay is called .

09
Choose one
1 point

A person wants safety planning and counseling but does not want to report an assault. Which response best supports informed choice?

  1. A

    Tell the person that assistance is available only if they report and participate in a prosecution.

  2. B

    Explain available services and options without pressuring the person to report.

  3. C

    Choose the same services for every person to ensure equal treatment.

  4. D

    Withhold information about services until a case proceeds.

10
Written response
1 point

What approach listens to a person’s priorities and supports informed choices instead of assuming all victims have identical needs? Enter the term.

11
Choose all
1 point

Which rights are included in the federal Crime Victims’ Rights Act for federal criminal cases? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Reasonable protection.

  2. B

    Timely notice of proceedings.

  3. C

    An opportunity to be heard at certain proceedings.

  4. D

    Fair treatment with respect for dignity and privacy.

  5. E

    An unconditional right to decide whether a prosecution proceeds.

  6. F

    Identical victim-rights rules in every state and tribal jurisdiction.

12
Open ended
1 point

A person affected by an assault needs medical attention, is worried about safety, and is unsure whether to report. Describe a coordinated response that could address these needs while respecting the person’s choices.

13
Choose one
1 point

A person says they prefer to be called a “victim,” while a service provider usually uses the term “survivor.” What should the provider do?

  1. A

    Use “survivor” for everyone because it is always preferred.

  2. B

    Follow the individual’s lead about which term they prefer.

  3. C

    Use “victim” only if the person reports to police.

  4. D

    Avoid asking about or respecting the person’s preference.

14
Choose one
1 point

After a crime, a person has medical bills and loses income from missed work. Which category best describes these costs?

  1. A

    Physical harm

  2. B

    Psychological harm

  3. C

    Economic harm

  4. D

    Social harm

15
True or false
1 point

A person may seek support services without reporting a crime or taking part in a criminal case.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

16
Written response
1 point

An agency dismisses a victim's concerns and repeatedly asks them to recount an experience without explaining why or offering a choice. What is this added harm called?

17
Choose one
1 point

A person seeks reimbursement for eligible crime-related counseling expenses through a program that may cover such costs. What is this type of program called?

  1. A

    Restitution

  2. B

    Victim compensation

  3. C

    Court accompaniment

  4. D

    Safety planning

18
Choose one
1 point

Which statement accurately describes rights under the federal Crime Victims’ Rights Act?

  1. A

    A right to control whether prosecutors file charges in any criminal case

  2. B

    A right to receive compensation for every crime-related expense

  3. C

    Rights in federal criminal cases that include reasonable protection and timely notice of proceedings

  4. D

    A guarantee that every state and tribal jurisdiction uses identical victim-rights rules

19
Choose one
1 point

A person seeking support faces both a language barrier and a disability-related access barrier. Which response best improves access to services?

  1. A

    Offer an interpreter and disability accommodations suited to the person's needs

  2. B

    Require the person to bring a family member to interpret and provide accommodations only if requested in writing

  3. C

    Delay all services until the person can communicate without assistance

  4. D

    Refer the person only to services that use the same language and format for everyone

20
Written response
1 point

A provider recognizes that trauma may affect a person, explains what will happen next, and asks permission before sensitive questions to reduce the risk of retraumatization. What approach is the provider using?