Crime is contagious. If the government becomes a lawbreaker, it breeds contempt for law

Give examples of domestic violence from your own life or somebody you know, or from the books you have read. Answer the following questions:

· What laws could you make concerning domestic violence? Must they be severe?

· What must be done to prevent hiding away the crime of domestic violence?

· Must a victim talk with a health care provider if she/he has been physically hurt?

· If a victim has been sexually, physically or emotionally abused, must she/he seek help from other family members, friends or community organizations?

· Do you think community organizations can play an important role in protecting victims of domestic violence? Think of how these organizations could be built.

TASK 15. Study the text below, making sure you fully comprehend it. Where appropriate, consult English-Russian dictionaries and/or other reference & source books on law. Pay special attention to the words and word combinations in bold type.