My 25 Years as a Prostitute
What was the primary factor that led Brenda into prostitution?
Poverty
How old was Barbara Amaya when she ran away from home?
12
What is the main message of Tabitha Mpamira-Kaguri’s TEDx talk?
If we don’t heal from our trauma, we may unintentionally pass it on to others
Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by Brenda during her time as a prostitute?
a) Police harassment b) Drug addiction
c) A supportive family d) Physical abuse
A supportive family
According to Barbara Amaya, what do traffickers usually take advantage of?
People's vulnerability
What example from her family does Tabitha share to explain how trauma can be passed down?
Her mother and great-grandmother being married off right after puberty
How did Brenda escape from the life of prostitution?
She sought help from a support group
What does Barbara say her trafficker in New York understood very well?
How to create a commodity out of a human being and form a trauma bond
What analogy does Tabitha use to describe how trauma can be passed on through generations?
A relay race with a baton
In the text, the author uses the term "marginalized" to describe Brenda's position in society. What does "marginalized" mean?
Treated as unimportant or peripheral
Where was Barbara Amaya sent after she was arrested?
Rikers Island Prison
What role did society expect women and girls to play in her mother’s generation?
To give birth and serve men
What is the main purpose of the text?
To share Brenda's personal experiences and raise awareness about the issues surrounding prostitution
What is the main topic of Barbara Amaya’s TEDx talk?
Her experience with human trafficking and what can be done to stop it
How old was Tabitha when she was sexually abused?
11