Violence’s

Question 1

Define the term violence

Answer 1

Violence is the use of physical force against yourself, another person, a group or community.

Question 1

Can an action be considered violent if it doesn’t cause physical harm? what is it called?

Answer 1

Yes, it could be a threat

Question 2

In SA what does every person have the right to?

Answer 2

To freedom and security; this includes the right to be free from all forms of violence

Question 3

What does the South African Bill of Rights state?

Answer 3

That “Every child has the right to be protected from being badly treated, neglected, abused or hurt.”

Question 4

How is violence affecting our health and safety?

Question 5

Define Physical Violence

Answer 5

Any action that causes physical harm, and at the extreme, murder of the victim.

Question 6

How can physical violence occur?

Answer 6

For youth this may mean receiving any sort of beating by an adult, or youth physically assaulting each other or an adult.

Question 7

Define Emotional Violence

Answer 7

Acts of harassment intended to degrade the victim, exert control over him or her, and stand in the way of their autonomy.

Question 8

Define Sexual Violence

Answer 8

Subjecting a victim to sexual activity against their will and includes sexually abusing minors.

Question 9

How can sexual violence occur?

Answer 9

Sexual violence can occur within families. Young people, particular young girls, may experience sexual violence at the hands of peers or adults. Young people may also victimise other youth or adults sexually.

Question 10

Name the causes of emotional violence ?

Answer 10

Such acts include threats, harassment and intimidation. There are many ways in which young people may experience or perpetrate psychological violence, such as bullying or cyberbullying.

Question 11

Give 3 examples of how PHYSICAL violence can occur in a schooling environment:

Answer 11

1. Some one being kicked or punched during a fight
2. Teachers hitting or slapping a student as punishment for something they did wrong
3. Students being aggressive in a school hallway by punching/shoving other students

Question 12

Give 3 examples of how EMOTIONAL violence can occur in a schooling environment:

Answer 12

1. Teacher’s insulting a student on their intelligence in front of the class
2. Swearing or Yelling at someone
3. Spreading rumours about someone

Question 13

Give 3 examples of how SEXUAL violence can occur in a schooling environment:

Answer 13

1. Rape occurring between students and teachers
2. Students making sex-related jokes or insults
3. Teachers making unwelcome sexual suggestions and hints

Question 14

Give 3 examples of how PHYSICAL violence can occur in a home

Answer 14

1. Children being beaten up by their parents
2. Children being locked up in the house and not being allowed to leave
3. Forbidding you from eating or sleeping
4. Damaging your property when they are angry - kicking doors,throwing objects,smashing glasses

Question 15

Give 3 examples of how SEXUAL violence can occur in a home

Answer 15

1. A parent having sex with their child
2. Someone in your family forcing you to watch pornography
3. A family member insulting you in sexual ways or calling you sexual names

Question 16

Give 3 examples of how EMOTIONAL violence can occur in a home

Answer 16

1. Calling you names, insulting you or continually criticizing you
2. Punishing you by withholding affection
3. Stalking you or wanting to know where you’re going every minute

Question 17

Give 3 examples of how SEXUAL violence can occur in a home