BLET Domestic Violence Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Domestic Violence (DV) -
correct answer ✅A pattern of abusive behavior in a relationship
where one partner seeks to gain or maintain control over the other
through physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological
abuse.
Power and Control -
correct answer ✅The foundation of most abusive relationships,
where the abuser systematically uses coercion, intimidation, and
manipulation to dominate the victim
Cycle of Abuse -
correct answer ✅A repetitive pattern in abusive relationships,
consisting of three phases
Tension-Building Phase -
correct answer ✅The abuser becomes increasingly irritable and
controlling; the victim senses danger.
Explosion Phase -
correct answer ✅The abuser commits an act of violence or abuse.
,BLET Domestic Violence Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Honeymoon Phase -
correct answer ✅The abuser apologizes, promises change, and
may exhibit affectionate behavior, creating false hope for the victim
What is physical abuse? -
correct answer ✅Hitting, slapping, choking, or any physical harm.
What is sexual abuse? -
correct answer ✅Forced sexual acts or marital rape.
What is emotional abuse? -
correct answer ✅Undermining self-worth through insults,
humiliation, or intimidation.
What is economic abuse? -
correct answer ✅Controlling finances, preventing employment, or
withholding money.
What is psychological abuse? -
correct answer ✅Threats of harm, isolation from friends and
family, or mind games.
, BLET Domestic Violence Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Victims may experience -
correct answer ✅Fear of Retaliation from the abuser
Financial Instability if they leave
Emotional Dependency due to Manipulation
Psychological trauma such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
What is a barrier to leaving an abusive relationship related to
financial resources? -
correct answer ✅Economic Dependence: Victims may lack
financial resources to leave.
What might abusers threaten to prevent victims from leaving? -
correct answer ✅Threats of Harm: Abusers may threaten violence
against victims, children, or pets.
What social issue can prevent victims from leaving an abusive
relationship? -
correct answer ✅Social Stigma: Fear of judgment from family,
community, or religious institutions.
How might an abuser manipulate a victim to stay in the
relationship? -
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Domestic Violence (DV) -
correct answer ✅A pattern of abusive behavior in a relationship
where one partner seeks to gain or maintain control over the other
through physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological
abuse.
Power and Control -
correct answer ✅The foundation of most abusive relationships,
where the abuser systematically uses coercion, intimidation, and
manipulation to dominate the victim
Cycle of Abuse -
correct answer ✅A repetitive pattern in abusive relationships,
consisting of three phases
Tension-Building Phase -
correct answer ✅The abuser becomes increasingly irritable and
controlling; the victim senses danger.
Explosion Phase -
correct answer ✅The abuser commits an act of violence or abuse.
,BLET Domestic Violence Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Honeymoon Phase -
correct answer ✅The abuser apologizes, promises change, and
may exhibit affectionate behavior, creating false hope for the victim
What is physical abuse? -
correct answer ✅Hitting, slapping, choking, or any physical harm.
What is sexual abuse? -
correct answer ✅Forced sexual acts or marital rape.
What is emotional abuse? -
correct answer ✅Undermining self-worth through insults,
humiliation, or intimidation.
What is economic abuse? -
correct answer ✅Controlling finances, preventing employment, or
withholding money.
What is psychological abuse? -
correct answer ✅Threats of harm, isolation from friends and
family, or mind games.
, BLET Domestic Violence Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Victims may experience -
correct answer ✅Fear of Retaliation from the abuser
Financial Instability if they leave
Emotional Dependency due to Manipulation
Psychological trauma such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
What is a barrier to leaving an abusive relationship related to
financial resources? -
correct answer ✅Economic Dependence: Victims may lack
financial resources to leave.
What might abusers threaten to prevent victims from leaving? -
correct answer ✅Threats of Harm: Abusers may threaten violence
against victims, children, or pets.
What social issue can prevent victims from leaving an abusive
relationship? -
correct answer ✅Social Stigma: Fear of judgment from family,
community, or religious institutions.
How might an abuser manipulate a victim to stay in the
relationship? -
