Deck 9: Communicating Sexually

Question 1

Brenna tries to initiate sex with her boyfriend by telling him that "it would be safe if we both got tested for STDs and I started taking the pill." This type of sexual influence strategy falls under the category called:

A) pressure and manipulation
B) hinting and indirect strategies
C) logical reasoning
D) antisocial behavior

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The authors of your textbook report research showing that, compared to heterosexual couples, lesbian couples are likely to have __________ sex.

A) the same amount of
B) more frequent
C) less frequent
D) more erotic and pleasurable

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Michael and Bernadette believe that sexual intercourse is a way of expressing love and affection as well as for developing greater relational intimacy. This implies that they have a _________ orientation toward sexuality.

A) procreational
B) recreational
C) serially monogamous
D) relational

Answer 3

D

Question 4

According to your text which of the following accurately describes women's sexuality compared to men

A) have a sex drive that is more variable and socially flexible than men.
B) on average have lower sexual desire than men.
C) are more logical and choosey about sexuality than men.
D) all of the above.

Question 5

Although sexual satisfaction is an important part of relational satisfaction, _________ is/are even more important.

A) commitment
B) love
C) compatibility
D) all of the above

Question 6

In long-term sexual relationships:

A) women are more likely to act as gatekeepers, whereas men are more likely to act as initiators.
B) men are more likely to act as gatekeepers, whereas women are more likely to act as initiators.
C) women are more likely to act as facilitators than gatekeepers.
D) men are more likely to refuse sex than women.

Question 7

Sexual satisfaction is most important in __________ relationships.

A) short-term
B) long-term
C) lesbian
D) first

Question 8

The courtship stage at which a dyad begins signaling to others that they are, at least temporarily, a "couple" and should be left alone is the ___________ stage.

A) attention
B) courtship readiness
C) positioning
D) invitations and sexual arousal

Question 9

Marco and Kris have just met and have been talking with one another for about an hour. At one point in the conversation, Marco grabs Kris's hand, lightly caresses it, and tells Kris how nice her fingernails are. Such behaviors are characteristic of the __________ stage of courtship

A) courtship readiness
B) positioning
C) invitations and sexual arousal
D) resolution

Question 10

Research reported in the textbook suggests that individuals who have had _________ sexual experiences in past committed relationships are most likely to expect future relationships to be monogamous and sexually satisfying.

A) homosexual
B) positive
C) negative
D) short-term

Question 11

Tactics such as repeatedly demanding sex, threatening to break off or de-escalate the relationship, and using drugs or alcohol as a means of inducing one's partner to have sex fall under the sexual initiation strategy called:

A) pressure and manipulation
B) hinting and indirect strategies
C) logical reasoning
D) antisocial behavior

Question 12

According to research cited in the text, what is the most effective strategy in promoting safer sex in relationships?

A) general discussion about AIDS
B) discussing pregnancy prevention or saying that you would like to use a condom "just to be safe"
C) keeping a condom in your purse or wallet
D) getting tested for HIV at least once a month

Question 13

In the first two stages of courtship, people's behavior is best described as:

A) bold and overtly flirtatious
B) timid and ambiguous
C) direct and assertive
D) sexually provocative

Question 14

According to research presented in class and in the textbook, approximately what percentage of couples in the U.S. fall into the rapid involvement group?

A) 7%
B) 17%
C) 25%
D) 39%

Question 15

Compared to heterosexual women, lesbians:

A) Have higher levels of sexual satisfaction
B) Have less sex in their relationships
C) Must renegotiate sexual initiation roles
D) All of the above

Question 16

One day, Cariann is approached by a male colleague who tells her that he thinks she is "really pretty" and that they "need" to go out soon. In response, she tells him, "I am not interested in you that way, and your behavior is inappropriate and unprofessional." According to the research discussed in the text, her response is best characterized as being:

A) retaliatory.
B) passive.
C) assertive.
D) coercive.

Question 17

Which of the following helps people avoid sexually transmitted infections such as AIDS?

A) condoms
B) communication
C) the pill
D) both a and b

Question 18

Evidence that some women are fine without sex while others are highly sexual is compatible with the notion that the female sex drive is more __________ than the male sex drive.

A) predictable
B) socially flexible, adaptable, and responsive
C) consistently strong
D) influenced by physical attraction and erotic qualities

Question 19

One day, a friend tells you that he recently met someone to whom he is attracted. He tells you that the person he met seems to be hinting that the attraction could be reciprocated but that he isn't sure because the behaviors seem so indirect. Your friend wants to know why people would use indirect behaviors to express their attraction to someone instead of just coming right out and saying it. Knowing a thing or two about courtship and flirting, you would be most correct in saying that:

A) the person probably isn't attracted to your friend.
B) people use indirect behaviors because such behaviors are safe and help the flirter avoid losing face.
C) people use indirect behaviors when they have not decided whether they really like the other person.
D) indirect behaviors are harassing, and your friend needs to be very careful of the person's intentions.

Question 20

According to research reported in the textbook, about _____ of men and _____ of women in college are virgins.

A) 8%, 22%
B) 11%, 13%
B) 3%, 18%
C) 15%, 36%

Question 21

When failing to resist sex women rarely project their likelihood of feeling hurt and rejected onto men whom they are refusing. False

Question 22

Discuss the influence of the hookup culture on sex, dating, and marriage.

Question 23

Sexting is a harmless practice. False

Question 24

Women are more likely to be attracted to and have a short term sexual affair with a man:

A) During her most fertile time in the cycle.
B) who is rich and nerdy
C) to enhance their reputation and status
D) who will provide them long term financial gain.

Question 25

What influence does culture have on sexual behavior are the sexual values of American Culture?

Question 26

Cultures with fundamentalist religious orientation are like to have a procreational attitude toward sex.

Question 27

Discuss the influence of the internet and smart phones on contemporary sexual behavior.

Question 28

According to research cited in the text, women sometimes fail to use sexual resistance messages because they fear the relational consequences of turning down their partner.

Question 29

Using token resistance is sexual situations is often confusing. False

Question 30

For the past several decades the main form of sexual behavior in America has been serial monogamy

Question 31

Few serial monogamists love each other.

Question 32

Compared to other times in the the monthly cycle, during single women's most fertile stage prior to ovulation:

A) the are least likely to dress well so as not to attract a potential sexual partner.
B) They are more sexually attracted to men other than their primary partner.
C) Flirt less.
D) None of the above

Question 33

Sex the AIDS crisis of the 1980's premarital sex has decreased. False

Question 34

On-line sexual searches and pornography use is a worldwide phenomenon. False.

Question 35

Secondary abstinence involves starting to abstain from sex after having sexual intercourse initially.

Question 36

Discuss in detail the three primary purposes of, or orientations toward, sexual intercourse.

Question 37

Use of internet porn is positively associated with less commitment to one's partner.

Question 38

Which of the following are true of committed romantic relationships?

A) Sexual satisfaction is positively associated with sexual satisfaction.
B) Sexual satisfaction is not the best predictor of relational satisfaction
C) Sexual dissatisfaction alone is usually not enough to destroy a close relationship.
D) All of the above

Question 39

What is the safest form of sexual relations is the next safest form?

Question 40

Compared to women men generally have:

A) A stronger sex drive
B) A belief that monogamy is a sacrifice
C) More difficulty living without sex
D) All of the above

Question 41

How prevalent is the "friends with benefits" phenomenon uss the pros and cons of this practice.