Question 1

Boys at River High learned early that &#34;faggots&#34; were both passive and ______.&#10;A) masculine&#10;B) definitive&#10;C) static&#10;D) predatory

Accepted Answer

The phrase "learned early" implies that this is a societal norm or belief that has been ingrained in them from a young age. The use of the word "predatory" suggests that the association with being gay is negative and potentially dangerous, perpetuating harmful stereotypes. Choices A, B, and C do not fully capture the harmful implications of this language.

Question 2

Homophobic insults and teasing are central to ______ settings.&#10;A) family&#10;B) institutional&#10;C) healthcare&#10;D) school

Accepted Answer

Homophobic insults and teasing are most commonly experienced in school settings among peers. However, this is not to say that it does not occur in other settings as well.

Question 3

Which statement is true about the term &#34;fag&#34;?&#10;A) It is a static identity attached to a particular boy.&#10;B) It is used as discourse with which boys discipline themselves.&#10;C) It is invoked the same way, regardless of race.&#10;D) It is only used to describe homosexual boys.

Accepted Answer

The term "fag" is often used as a way to police and discipline boys who are perceived as not conforming to traditional masculine norms. It is not a static identity and can be attached to any boy at any time, regardless of their actual sexual orientation or gender identity. It can also be used across racial lines, although the impact may vary depending on the context.

Question 4

Male homophobia has primarily been written about as a ______ neutral phenomenon.&#10;A) adolescent&#10;B) gender&#10;C) sexually&#10;D) racially

Accepted Answer

The answer of Male homophobia has primarily been written about...

Question 5

According to the boys who were interviewed, which of the following reflects the most insulting comment?&#10;A) a boy who calls a boy a &#34;fag&#34;&#10;B) a boy who calls a girl a &#34;lesbian&#34;&#10;C) a girl who calls a girl a &#34;fag&#34;&#10;D) a girl who calls a girl a &#34;lesbian&#34;

Accepted Answer

Among the options given, calling someone a "fag" is considered the most insulting and derogatory term for a male individual. It is a homophobic slur that has been used to belittle and attack the LGBTQ+ community.

Question 6

For both boys and girls at River high, &#34;gay&#34; was a common synonym for ______&#10;A) &#34;fag.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;stupid.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;masculine.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;terror.&#34;

Accepted Answer

In the context provided, "gay" was commonly used as a synonym for "stupid" among both boys and girls at River High. This reflects a broader societal trend where the term has been misused as a pejorative unrelated to sexual orientation.

Question 7

&#34;Fag discourse&#34; was central to boys' ______ relationships.&#10;A) joking&#10;B) sexual&#10;C) family&#10;D) dating

Accepted Answer

"Fag discourse" refers to derogatory references to homosexuality, which are often used in joking or teasing among boys. It does not necessarily indicate a sexual orientation or behavior, nor is it typically a part of family or dating relationships.

Question 8

The specter of the &#34;fag&#34; was consistently ______.&#10;A) White&#10;B) African American&#10;C) Latino&#10;D) Mormon

Accepted Answer

Throughout history, the derogatory term "fag" has been predominantly associated with white males who were perceived to be homosexual. While people of all races and ethnicities can identify as LGBTQ+, the stereotype of the "fag" is rooted in white, Western cultural norms and ideals.

Question 9

Compared to White boys, African American boys were much more likely to tease one another for being ______.&#10;A) a &#34;fag&#34;&#10;B) gay&#10;C) masculine&#10;D) White

Accepted Answer

The answer of Compared to White boys, African American boys...

Question 10

For African American boys, dancing was often associated with ______.&#10;A) being a &#34;fag&#34;&#10;B) cultural community&#10;C) a static identity&#10;D) homosexual behavior

Accepted Answer

Historically, for African American boys and men, dancing has been a way to connect with their cultural community and express their identities through movement. However, there has also been a stigma attached to dancing, with some associating it with femininity or homosexuality (choice A and D). While dance can be a part of one's identity, it should not be seen as a static aspect of who they are (choice C).

Question 11

Explain one concern with describing the use of the word &#34;fag&#34; as simple homophobia.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain one concern with describing the use...

Question 12

Why were lesbians described as &#34;good&#34; by the boys who were interviewed?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Why were lesbians described as &#34;good&#34; by...

Question 13

Differentiate between how girls and boys often used &#34;gay&#34; and &#34;fag&#34; differently.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Differentiate between how girls and boys often...

Question 14

Briefly describe the relationship between joking and the &#34;fag discourse.&#34;

Accepted Answer

The answer of Briefly describe the relationship between joking and...

Question 15

Which two behaviors put a White boy at risk for being labeled a &#34;fag&#34;?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which two behaviors put a White boy...

Deck 29: Dude, Youre a Fag: Adolescent Masculinity and the Fag Discourse