Should we call rape between non-strangers "acquaintance rape"? Does that terminology degrade the crime into something less than what it is?

What will be an ideal response?


Acquaintance rape is an accepted label for certain rapes and does not appear to degrade the crime into something less.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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ELN and FARC have both systematically targeted Colombia's ____ ______ and, in 2001, the government suffered nearly $500 million in lost revenues

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The acronym S.A.R.A. stands for Scanning, Analysis, Response, and _____________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. For some girls, gang involvement is a family affair. 2. Female gang members considered "independent" are at a higher risk of violent victimization. 3. Andrea Yates was found guilty, but mentally ill. 4. In the 1980s, women were drawn to crack cocaine in large numbers. 5. While the crime of filicide is a rare occurrence, it raises significant attention in the media.

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