Which form of violence includes hitting, slapping, shoving, or choking?

• A. Physical Violence
• B. Verbal Violence
• C. Sexual Violence
• D. Financial Violence

Answer: (A)

Hitting, slapping, shoving, and choking are all examples of using physical force to harm someone. That’s what physical violence means: harm inflicted through the body. Recognizing these actions as physical violence is important because they pose clear safety risks and require intervention and support. Verbal violence uses words, insults, threats, or intimidation without physical force. Sexual violence involves coercion or nonconsensual sexual activity. Financial violence centers on controlling or exploiting someone’s money or resources. In teen dating situations, identifying physical violence helps students know when to seek help and how to stay safe.