Myths and Misconceptions Quiz

There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding sexual assault. It is important for us to understand these myths, so that we can have a clear understanding of the dynamics of sexual assault. Take this quiz for yourself to see how well you can detect the myths. The answers will follow the quiz.

1. T F Sexual offenders are individuals who act on impulse; they do not “plan” their assault.

2. T F Sexual assault is increasing more than any other violent crime.

3. T F Most acts of sexual abuse or sexual assault involve weapons.

4. T F For every incident of sexual abuse or sexual assault that are reported, at least 80 go unreported.

5. T F Sexual assault has the lowest conviction rate of any violent crime.

6. T F Many reports of sexual assault or abuse turn out to be false.

7. T F Sexual offenders perpetrate because they have no consensual partners.

8. T F A woman cannot be sexually assaulted by her husband.

9. T F Friends and family of a sexual assault victim are also traumatized by the assault.

10. T F People who are drunk or high are not responsible for their actions.

11. T F Over 85% of all sexual assaults are perpetuated by someone known to the victim.

12. T F Sexual assault takes place during daytime hours and often in the victim’s own home.

13. T F Victims of sexual assault are chosen because they are pretty, young or sexy.

14. T F Sexual assault occurs because men cannot control their sexual urges.

15. T F Sexual assault offenders most often target those in their own racial, socioeconomic and/or cultural

background.

16. T F People victimized by sexual assault or abuse sometimes “ask for it” by their provocative

behaviors.

17. T F Sex offenders were sexually abused themselves as children- that’s why they do it.