Learn About International Sex Workers' Day 2024 with These 15 Insightful MCQs

International Sex Workers' Day, observed annually on June 2, highlights the struggles and rights of sex workers globally. This day originated from a 1975 protest in Lyon, France, where sex workers rallied against their exploitative working conditions. The day emphasizes the need for healthy working environments and respect for sex workers, advocating for their protection and rights.

1. On which date is International Sex Workers' Day observed every year?

• A) May 2
• B) June 2
• C) July 2
• D) August 2
• Answer: B) June 2

2. In which year did the significant event that led to the creation of International Sex Workers' Day take place?

• A) 1965
• B) 1975
• C) 1985
• D) 1995
• Answer: B) 1975

3. Where did the 1975 protest by sex workers occur, which initiated the observance of International Sex Workers' Day?

• A) Paris, France
• B) Berlin, Germany
• C) Lyon, France
• D) Madrid, Spain
• Answer: C) Lyon, France

4. How long did the strike by sex workers in 1975 last?

• A) Five days
• B) Eight days
• C) Ten days
• D) Twelve days
• Answer: B) Eight days

5. What was one of the demands made by sex workers during their 1975 protest?

• A) Higher wages
• B) Reopening of hotels where they worked
• C) Free healthcare
• D) Legalization of sex work
• Answer: B) Reopening of hotels where they worked

6. What was a key issue highlighted by sex workers during the 1975 protest in Lyon?

• A) Police brutality
• B) Gender discrimination
• C) Access to education
• D) Voting rights
• Answer: A) Police brutality

7. What does International Sex Workers' Day aim to raise awareness about?

• A) Economic challenges
• B) Health and working conditions
• C) Educational opportunities
• D) Political representation
• Answer: B) Health and working conditions

8. Why is International Sex Workers' Day significant?

• A) It promotes tourism.
• B) It creates awareness about the challenges faced by sex workers.
• C) It encourages job opportunities.
• D) It supports political campaigns.
• Answer: B) It creates awareness about the challenges faced by sex workers.

9. Which church was occupied by sex workers during their 1975 protest in Lyon?

• A) Saint-Jean Church
• B) Saint-Nizier Church
• C) Notre-Dame Church
• D) Saint-Paul Church
• Answer: B) Saint-Nizier Church

10. What was the outcome of the 1975 protest in terms of law reform?

• A) Comprehensive legal changes
• B) Partial legal changes
• C) No law reform
• D) Immediate law reform
• Answer: C) No law reform

11. Which of the following was a consequence faced by sex workers due to exploitation?

• A) Improved working conditions
• B) Severe health challenges
• C) Increased wages
• D) Enhanced legal protection
• Answer: B) Severe health challenges

12. What is one of the goals of International Sex Workers' Day?

• A) To promote travel and tourism
• B) To ensure sex workers are respected
• C) To increase sex workers' taxation
• D) To reduce the number of sex workers
• Answer: B) To ensure sex workers are respected

13. What type of conditions do sex workers often work under, as highlighted on International Sex Workers' Day?

• A) Favorable conditions
• B) Difficult conditions
• C) Standard conditions
• D) Luxurious conditions
• Answer: B) Difficult conditions

14. What do the events of International Sex Workers' Day encourage us to do?

• A) Ignore the issues of sex workers
• B) Come together to help sex workers
• C) Disregard the significance of the day
• D) Celebrate without purpose
• Answer: B) Come together to help sex workers

15. Which activity did sex workers engage in to express their grievances during the 1975 protest?

• A) Silent march
• B) Media campaign
• C) Public debates
• D) Charity events
• Answer: B) Media campaign