Question 1

What is the name of the legislation the government passed in 2014 that relates to sex work?

Accepted Answer

The correct name of the legislation passed in 2014 is the Protection of Communities and Exploited Persons Act.

Question 2

What percentage of sex workers entered the trade when they were under 18- years-old according to a 2014 Vancouver research study of 508 sex workers?

Accepted Answer

The 2014 Vancouver research study of 508 sex workers found that 38 percent of them entered the trade when they were under 18 years old.

Question 3

Electronic pornography is highly prone to producing sexual compulsions.Most studies find at least 50% of those who use the Internet to access pornography become addicted.

Accepted Answer

Most studies do not find that at least 50% of those who use the Internet to access pornography become addicted; the percentage of people who develop compulsive behaviors or addiction related to pornography use is much lower according to most research.

Question 4

These sex workers (women)work in regular shifts.They provide sexual gratification on an hourly basis,servicing clients who come to the apartment with the costs in major cities running about $150-$200 an hour.We are talking about women working through

Accepted Answer

In-call services refer to sex workers providing services from a fixed location, such as an apartment, where clients come to them. This matches the description given.

Question 5

The kind of sex worker most likely to impose a time restriction upon her customer is the

Accepted Answer

The answer of The kind of sex worker most likely...

Question 6

Which description defines prostitution in Canada today?

Accepted Answer

Prostitution is not illegal in Canada today. However, various activities related to prostitution, such as soliciting in public places, procuring and living off the avails, are illegal.

Question 7

A 2014 Vancouver research study of 508 sex workers found that those who entered the trade who when they were under 18- years-old were born in which country?

Accepted Answer

The study found that the majority of sex workers who entered the trade when they were under 18 years old were born in Canada.

Question 8

In what year did the Supreme Court of Canada strike down Canada's prostitution laws as violating the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

Accepted Answer

In 2013, the Supreme Court of Canada struck down Canada's prostitution laws as violating the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Prior to this decision, prostitution was technically legal but activities associated with it, such as operating a brothel or soliciting in public, were illegal. The court's decision decriminalized many aspects of prostitution and shifted the focus to protecting the safety and rights of sex workers.

Question 9

In some ways,sex has been revolutionized by the creation of the Internet in the sense that you no longer need to be physically present with others to carry out just about any kind of sexual activity.

Accepted Answer

With the availability of online dating apps, virtual reality sex, and even remote-controlled sex toys, individuals can now engage in sexual activities without necessarily being in the same physical location as their partners.

Question 10

Which of the following activities related to prostitution is illegal in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Living on money made through prostitution, also known as living off the avails of prostitution, is illegal in Canada according to section 286.2 of the Criminal Code. Choices A, B, and D are not inherently illegal, but they may be subject to other laws and regulations such as those related to age of consent, sexual assault, and the purchase of sexual services.

Question 11

Carolyn grew up in a middle-class home and completed a degree in a university.After school she needed money to pay off debt so she became a sex worker.She is now one of the most expensive and elite sex workers.What kind of sex worker is she?

Accepted Answer

Carolyn is described as being "one of the most expensive and elite sex workers." This typically refers to call girls, who may charge more and cater to a higher-end clientele compared to other types of sex workers. Additionally, the other options (streetwalker, in-call services worker, and massage parlour worker) are not typically associated with being "expensive" or "elite."

Question 12

The ______ is the type of sex worker that has the most control over her customers and the situation in which she has sex.

Accepted Answer

The call girl is typically an independent sex worker who sets her own prices and chooses her own clients. She generally works in a private setting, like her apartment or a hotel room, and has the ability to refuse or terminate a session if she feels uncomfortable or endangered. This level of autonomy gives her the most control over her customers and the situation in which she has sex.

Question 13

In the late 1800s and early 1900s,where was the most likely place to find a sex worker?

Accepted Answer

During the late 1800s and early 1900s, the most common place to find a sex worker was in a brothel. At this time, prostitution was often regulated, and brothels were established in many cities and towns. Women working in the brothels were typically required to register with local authorities and undergo regular health checks. While some women may have worked independently or with a pimp, brothels were the primary location for commercial sex work at this time.

Question 14

Angela believes that the government should regulate prostitution to help protect sex workers from violence and assault.Angela's beliefs reflect which argument?

Accepted Answer

Angela's belief in regulating prostitution is aligned with the argument for the decriminalization and/or legalization of prostitution-related activities. This approach seeks to ensure that sex workers are not criminalized for their profession and have access to legal protections and support services, such as health care and legal aid. It also aims to reduce the harms associated with prostitution, such as violence and exploitation, by introducing regulations and safeguards.

Question 15

Brothels are being replaced by

Accepted Answer

In-call services (also known as escort services) have become more common as brothels have faced legal and social challenges. Clients can now hire individuals (often through online platforms) to come to their homes or hotel rooms, rather than visiting a physical location like a brothel. Adult motels and swinging clubs may also serve similar purposes, but in-call services are the most direct replacement for traditional brothels. The VCR is not a relevant factor in the transition away from brothels.

Question 16

According to a 2016 Angus Reid poll,what percent of Canadians believe that buying sex is morally wrong?

Accepted Answer

According to a 2016 Angus Reid poll, 65% of Canadians believe that buying sex is morally wrong.

Question 17

What belief does the movement to unionize sex workers reflect?

Accepted Answer

The movement to unionize sex workers reflects the belief that sex work is a trade and that sex workers should have the same rights and protections as workers in other trades. Unionization would allow sex workers to work together to negotiate better pay, benefits, and working conditions.

Question 18

Which statement describes how the laws around prostitution are enforced in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Studies have found that female sex workers are disproportionately targeted and charged for prostitution-related offenses in Canada. Additionally, Indigenous women and trans individuals are more likely to face arrest and incarceration for prostitution. Police often use "end-demand" strategies, targeting clients of sex workers, which can result in fewer charges against the workers themselves.

Question 19

In which year did the Parliament pass specific legislation prohibiting the purchase of sexual services from someone under 18 years old?

Accepted Answer

The Parliament passed the Protection of Children Involved in Prostitution Act in 1996, which prohibited the purchase of sexual services from someone under 18 years old. This legislation came into force in 1998, making option D incorrect. Additionally, options A and B are much too early, as the cultural shift towards recognizing the harm of child prostitution did not begin until the 1990s.

Question 20

Which offence in the Criminal Code of Canada that applies to prostitution was deemed to be unconstitutional by an Ontario Superior Court judge in 2010?

Accepted Answer

Communication offences relating to prostitution were deemed to be unconstitutional by an Ontario Superior Court judge in 2010 as they violated a person's right to security of the person under section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. This ruling led to the decriminalization of consensual adult prostitution in Canada.

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