Deck 11: Extension C: Gender and Sexuality

Question 1

Which of the following describes how AIDS kills its victims?

A)The virus prevents new cell growth.
B)The virus weakens the body to other diseases.
C)The virus attacks the brain.
D)The virus poisons the blood.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding the spread of HIV is FALSE?

A)AIDS has a relatively long incubation period during which time it cannot be spread to others.
B)Recently, the AIDS epidemic has spread more quickly among heterosexual women, African Americans, Hispanics, and children.
C)Most people with AIDS eventually die of multiple infections, although newer multi-drug therapies have greatly improved the odds of survival.
D)HIV infection is the leading cause of death among women and men between the ages of 25 and 44.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Which of the following statements regarding the impact of HIV and AIDS is/are TRUE?

A)In the United States, between two and four of every 100 adults put themselves at high risk by engaging in risky sexual behaviors.
B)One study found that 41 percent of persons with HIV and who were sexually active did not always use a condom.
C)Over the next 20 to 30 years, heterosexual transmission is expected to become the primary means of spreading HIV.
D)All of these statements are true.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

In North America, the people who are at greatest risk for HIV infection

A)are men who have had sex with other men.
B)heterosexuals with a history of multiple partners.
C)people who have shared needles for tattoos or for intravenous drug use.
D)are all of these.

Question 5

Regarding HIV/AIDS, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)HIV can be transmitted through sweat, tears, and through social kissing.
B)Around the world, almost half of all HIV cases are female.
C)Each year, over 40,000 more people in the United States become infected with HIV.
D)HIV infection is the leading cause of death among women and men between the ages of 25 and 44.

Question 6

Which is considered a risky behavior in relation to AIDS?

A)whispering close to someone
B)sharing drinking glasses
C)multiple sex partners
D)using a public toilet seat

Question 7

Which of the following statements regarding the impact of HIV and AIDS is FALSE?

A)One of three sexually active teens do not know how to use a condom correctly; and virgins are even more clueless.
B)Since the beginning of the epidemic to the present, gay men have continued to show significant decreases in risky sex and increases in monogamous relationships.
C)Seventy-five percent of people with the AIDS virus were infected through heterosexual sex.
D)A study of heterosexual adults found that the majority did not practice safe sex with their last partner.

Question 8

The symptoms of _____ include prolonged fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, fever lasting more than ten days, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, purplish lesions on the skin, persistent cough or sore throat, persistent colds, persistent diarrhea, easy bruising or unexplained bleeding.

A)chlamydia
B)HIV/AIDS
C)hepatitis B
D)pelvic inflammatory disease

Question 9

After becoming infected by the HIV virus, a person can still test negative for HIV for up to

A)two months.
B)four months.
C)six months.
D)one year.

Question 10

According to the text, the AIDS epidemic has recently spread more quickly among

A)heterosexuals and women.
B)African Americans and Hispanics.
C)children.
D)all of these groups.

Question 11

Individuals who contract the sexually-transmitted disease of _____ have to have the growths that occur removed by surgery or laser.

A)chlamydia
B)genital warts
C)pelvic inflammatory disease
D)gonorrhea

Question 12

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

A)social kissing.
B)sharing towels.
C)direct contact with blood.
D)shaking hands.

Question 13

Which of the following is safe sexual behavior?

A)abstinence
B)sex with one mutually faithful, uninfected partner
C)not injecting drugs
D)all of these are safe sexual behaviors

Question 14

The spread of the AIDS virus is occurring

A)only among homosexuals.
B)only among bisexuals.
C)only among drug users.
D)among homosexuals, bisexuals, and heterosexuals.

Question 15

According to your textbook, which of the following is a FALSE statement concerning HIV and AIDS?

A)AIDS affects persons of all sexual orientations.
B)One can get AIDS from sharing drinking glasses or eating food prepared by an infected person.
C)The first symptoms of AIDS may show up as little as two months after infection, but they typically do not appear for ten years.
D)For at least the first six months after becoming infected, a person can test negative while carrying the virus.

Question 16

Marta has a fever and is experiencing intense pain in her lower back and abdomen.The gynecologist tells her that she has a sexually-transmitted disease known as _____, which can be cured with antibiotics.

A)genital herpes
B)genital warts
C)pelvic inflammatory disease
D)hepatitis B

Question 17

With respect to the spread of AIDS, which of the following is a FALSE statement?

A)The epidemic has had a large impact on college students and decreased their willingness to engage in risky behavior.
B)Worldwide, 75 percent of people with the AIDS virus were infected through heterosexual sex.
C)Drinking alcohol greatly increases the likelihood of engaging in risky sex with an infected person.
D)Among gay men there was a sharp decrease in risky sex initially, but this trend has recently reversed.

Question 18

Regarding studies of sexually active teenagers, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

A)Nearly 90 percent of the teenage girls in one study thought that they had no chance of getting an STD, but one in four got chlamydia or gonorrhea within the next 18 months.
B)A recent study of sexual relationships at a high school in a Midwestern city found long chains of sexual contact between students.
C)A student in the Midwestern high school study who had sex with only one person was shown to have indirect contact with dozens of other students.
D)All of these were findings in the two studies on sexually active teenagers.

Question 19

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

A)eating foods prepared by an infected person.
B)sweat and tears.
C)social kissing.
D)none of these.

Question 20

Which of the following is risky behavior to engage in with a person infected with the AIDS virus?

A)anal sex, with or without a condom
B)oral sex with someone who engages in anal sex
C)sharing drug needles and syringes
D)all of these are risky behaviors

Question 21

According to sex therapist Barry McCarthy, the four elements necessary for a continued healthy relationship include valuing intimacy with one's partner and

A)sexual anticipation.
B)valuing one's sexuality.
C)feeling that you deserve sexual pleasure.
D)all of these.

Question 22

Three patterns that are almost always related to serious long-term problems in relationships include all of the following EXCEPT for

A)being open about one's feelings.
B)being defensive.
C)being stubborn.
D)refusing to talk (the "big freeze").

Question 23

Within a healthy sexual relationship, according to McCarthy, there are four important elements including

A)sexual anticipation.
B)being physically fit.
C)an understanding of physiological needs.
D)techniques to reduce sexual frustration.

Question 24

Saving up feelings and complaints and then "dumping" them during an argument is called

A)character attack.
B)gunnysacking.
C)in-fighting.
D)hitting below the belt.

Question 25

Regarding the practice of safe sex, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

A)Dating couples who have high levels of emotional, social, and intellectual intimacy are more likely to use contraceptives.
B)Sexually active persons should practice safer sex until their partner's sexual history and/or health has been established.
C)People in committed relationships should regard safe sex as a sign of concern about one's sexual partner, not as a sign of mistrust.
D)All of these statements are true.

Question 26

Within a relationship, sex should be regarded as

A)essential to making the relationship work.
B)a form of communication.
C)a physiological need to be met.
D)irrelevant in understanding the partners' feelings for each other.

Question 27

As described by McCarthy, sexual satisfaction is easier to achieve when partners value

A)their own sexuality.
B)intimacy and closeness with each other.
C)both of these.
D)none of these.

Question 28

According to the text, most sexual problems in heterosexual relationships result from

A)harsh manipulation.
B)the dominance of vaginal orgasms.
C)a retarded sexual response cycle in males.
D)inadequate levels of intimacy and communication.

Question 29

Regarding sexual relationships and communication, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)When disagreements about sex occur, it is important for one partner to take responsibility for the problem.
B)It is good for partners to use the "touch and ask" rule to improve their communication about sex.
C)When sexual problems arise, partners should try to be responsive to each other on an emotional level.
D)Couples should not focus on statistics regarding "average" sexual activities of other people.

Question 30

Regarding relationships and sexual adjustments, which of the following statements is TRUE?

A)Sex is a skill to be mastered, like playing tennis.
B)Gottman believes that a couple must have at least as many positive as negative sexual experiences in their marriage if it is to survive.
C)Couples with satisfactory sex lives often survive having a poor relationship.
D)Sex is a form of communication within a relationship.

Question 31

Which of the following is one of the four main elements of a healthy sexual relationship, according to McCarthy?

A)mastery of specific skills in lovemaking
B)feeling that you deserve sexual pleasure
C)willingness to engage in a wide variety of sexual activities
D)the ability of both partners to experience sexual gratification on a frequent and regular basis

Question 32

Regarding sexual relationships, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

A)Most couples find that their sexual interest and passion decline over time.
B)Conflict and anger about other issues frequently takes a toll in sexual adjustment.
C)Couples with strong and caring relationships can probably survive most sexual problems.
D)All of these statements are true.

Question 33

According to the text, which of the following is one of the guidelines for maintaining a healthy emotional relationship with someone?

A)Trying to read your partner's mind.
B)Trying to always win a fight.
C)Attacking character is better than losing an argument.
D)Be open about your feelings.

Question 34

Regarding relationships and sexual adjustments, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Couples should not focus on statistics regarding "average" sexual activities of other people.
B)Gottman believes that a couple must have at least five times as many positive as negative moments in their marriage if it is to survive.
C)Couples with satisfactory sex lives often survive having a poor relationship.
D)Sex is a form of communication within a relationship.

Question 35

According to McCarthy, which of the following is NOT one of the bridges to sexual satisfaction described in your text?

A)sexual anticipation
B)the feeling of each partner that they deserve sexual pleasure
C)valuing a sense of closeness with one's partner
D)placing a greater emphasis on a partner's needs than on one's own

Question 36

Elements of a healthy sexual relationship include

A)sexual anticipation.
B)domination and power.
C)sexual intercourse at least four times per week.
D)control over orgasm.

Question 37

Glynnis has been angry with her husband Aaron for two weeks.When he comes in from work and asks about her day, she lets all her pent-up anger from the last two weeks out and lists all of her complaints regarding their relationship.Glynnis is

A)attacking Aaron's character.
B)trying to win the fight.
C)gunnysacking.
D)mind reading Aaron's intentions.

Question 38

According to Gottman and Krokoff, there are three patterns that are almost always related to serious long-term problems in relationships.These include all of the following EXCEPT

A)defensiveness (including whining).
B)anger.
C)stubbornness.
D)refusal to talk with one's partner.

Question 39

A study that compared happily married couples with unhappily married couples found that, in almost every regard, the happily married couples

A)never had any arguments.
B)had a good sex life that helped them through the bad times.
C)showed superior communication skills.
D)had stable financial resources.

Question 40

Elements of a healthy sexual relationship include

A)sexual intercourse at least four times per week.
B)control of orgasm.
C)valuing intimacy and one's own sexuality.
D)domination and control.

Question 41

Hypoactive sexual desire is said to exist when

A)the loss of desire is persistent.
B)the person is troubled by it.
C)both the loss of desire is persistent and the person is troubled by it.
D)the amount of desire is intense and uncontrollable.

Question 42

Desire disorders must be defined in relation to

A)person's age and gender.
B)person's expectations.
C)person's sexual history.
D)all of these.

Question 43

Intimacy and communication can be increased by

A)not talking about hurtful or negative feelings.
B)always keeping busy when you are angry with your partner so you will not get in an argument.
C)watching television together or using another distraction instead of discussing the difficult issues and getting angry.
D)none of these.

Question 44

According to the text, which of the following is part of the guidelines for maintaining a healthy emotional relationship with someone?

A)Try to see things through your partner's eyes.
B)Do not try to win a fight, but resolve differences.
C)Recognize that anger can be appropriate.
D)All of these are part of the guidelines for a healthy relationship.

Question 45

Regarding maintaining healthy relationships, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Constructive and destructive fights are not distinguished by whether or not anger was expressed.
B)Constructive expression of anger requires that couples fight fairly by sticking to the real issues and not "hitting below the belt."
C)Constructive expression of anger requires that you try to "mind read" what your partner is thinking during arguments.
D)Resorting to threats, such as announcing, "This relationship is over," is especially damaging to a relationship.

Question 46

Jim has had no interest in sex for the last three years and this greatly troubles him.Jim's diagnosis would be

A)sexual aversion.
B)hypoactive sexual desire.
C)male erectile disorder.
D)none of these.

Question 47

Tom is angry at Linda because, once again, she doesn't want to go out for a night on the town with him.Angry, he tells her, "You're boring!" Tom is

A)gunnysacking.
B)hitting below the belt.
C)manipulating.
D)attacking character.

Question 48

Regarding intimacy and communication, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Intimacy is easier to achieve when partners communicate openly with each other.
B)Always being pleasant and avoiding discussion of difficult topics are ways that couples avoid intimacy.
C)When partners argue, this places them at higher risk for a loss of intimacy.
D)Making compromises and making time for your partner are techniques that encourage intimacy.

Question 49

Happy couples tend to

A)talk more.
B)convey more personal feelings.
C)show greater sensitivity to their partners' feelings.
D)do all of these.

Question 50

Laura tells her husband Eddie that her mother and father are coming for the weekend.When Eddie does not immediately respond, Laura says angrily, "You really don't want them to come or you would have said something." Laura is exhibiting

A)gunnysacking.
B)sensate focus.
C)mind reading.
D)desensitization.

Question 51

Mike has had no interest in sex for the last three years, but he is untroubled by this.Mike's diagnosis is

A)sexual aversion.
B)hypoactive sexual desire.
C)male erectile disorder.
D)none of these.

Question 52

Regarding sexual desire, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Lack of desire is often related to a person's expectations or issues with their partner.
B)In order for a lack of desire to qualify as a disorder, the person must be troubled by the loss of desire.
C)Age and gender are irrelevant factors when diagnosing a problem with sexual desire.
D)Temporary losses of sexual desire are fairly common in both men and women, while hypoactive sexual desire disorder is somewhat more common in women.

Question 53

Problems in sexual desire, arousal, or response are considered to be

A)paraphilias.
B)neurotic disorders.
C)sexual dysfunctions.
D)sexual deviant behaviors.

Question 54

Regarding mind-reading in a relationship, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)It involves telling a partner what he or she is thinking rather than asking.
B)It usually involves playing the "devil's advocate" in disagreements with one's partner.
C)It can be done in a hostile manner that undermines communication.
D)It is not the same as trying to see things through your partner's eyes.

Question 55

According to the text, which of the following is NOT part of the guidelines for maintaining a healthy emotional relationship with someone?

A)keep your feelings to yourself
B)do not try to win a fight
C)recognize that anger can be appropriate
D)avoid gunnysacking

Question 56

A person who has little or no sexual motivation or desire is suffering from a(n)

A)arousal disorder.
B)orgasm disorder.
C)desire disorder.
D)sexual pain disorder.

Question 57

If you use the words "always" or "never" when disagreeing with your significant other, you are probably

A)mounting a character attack.
B)exhibiting the "big freeze."
C)whining.
D)gunnysacking.

Question 58

Regarding intimacy and communication, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

A)An honest, equitable, and affectionate out-of-bed relationship contributes greatly to sexual satisfaction.
B)Always being pleasant and avoiding discussions of difficult topics are ways that couples can increase their intimacy.
C)When partners argue, this places them at a higher risk for a loss of intimacy.
D)All of these statements are true.

Question 59

Most people who seek counseling for sexual problems

A)usually have one or more of the four types of sexual dysfunctions.
B)may be helped by medical treatment or drugs if the sexual problem has a clear physical cause.
C)may be helped by psychotherapy.
D)are characterized by all of these.

Question 60

Making your partner guess what you want, never talking about or showing that you are hurt are ways to _____ your significant other.

A)maintain a healthy relationship with
B)avoid intimacy with
C)gain control over
D)lose control over

Question 61

When a disorder, such as erectile dysfunction has a psychological, rather than a physical cause, it is said to be

A)primary.
B)secondary.
C)organic.
D)psychogenic.

Question 62

Roughly _____ percent of all cases of erectile dysfunction are organic in nature.

A)20
B)40
C)60
D)75

Question 63

Regarding sexual aversion, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)The affected person experiences no erotic feelings.
B)It is an example of a desire disorder.
C)It is often associated with psychological factors such as depression or fear of closeness.
D)It is associated with fear, anxiety, or disgust about engaging in sexual activity.

Question 64

The treatment of desire disorders

A)is difficult and complex to treat.
B)usually involves the use of tranquilizing drugs.
C)requires less time if the cause is a psychological one.
D)is more complicated if the cause is physical.

Question 65

Desire disorders

A)are often deeply rooted in a person's childhood, sexual history, personality, and relationships.
B)are often difficult to treat.
C)are usually treated with counseling or psychotherapy.
D)are characterized by all of these.

Question 66

Causes of desire disorders include

A)fatigue, illness, hormonal difficulties, and side effects of medicine.
B)fear of pregnancy, a loss of attraction to one's partner, and strict religious beliefs.
C)being sexually mistreated in childhood.
D)all of these.

Question 67

Hypoactive sexual desire is

A)more common in women.
B)more common in men.
C)equally common in men and women.
D)more common in younger women and older men.

Question 68

A person who desires sexual activity but does not become sexually aroused is suffering from a(n)

A)desire disorder.
B)arousal disorder.
C)orgasm disorder.
D)sexual pain disorder.

Question 69

A male who previously could have an erection but can no longer do so is said to be suffering from

A)primary erectile dysfunction.
B)secondary erectile dysfunction.
C)general sexual dysfunction.
D)repressed ejaculation.

Question 70

Although he is able to have an erection during sleep, Steve has been experiencing a great deal of emotional conflict that is preventing him from having an erection.Steve is probably suffering from

A)organic erectile dysfunction.
B)psychogenic male erectile disorder.
C)general sexual dysfunction.
D)retarded ejaculation.

Question 71

Primary erectile disorder refers to a(n)

A)lifelong inability to maintain an erection for sexual intercourse.
B)tendency to ejaculate prematurely.
C)lack of interest in sex and emotional attachment.
D)inability to reach orgasm consistently.

Question 72

Sexual aversion is considered a(n)

A)desire disorder.
B)arousal disorder.
C)orgasm disorder.
D)sexual pain disorder.

Question 73

Sex therapists Masters and Johnson believe that an arousal problem exists when a man is unable to produce or maintain an erection on _____ percent or more of a man's lovemaking attempts.

A)10
B)15
C)20
D)25

Question 74

Regarding male erectile dysfunction, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)It was once known as impotence, but psychologists discourage the use of that term.
B)Masters and Johnson believe that an erectile problem exists when failure occurs in ten percent of a man's lovemaking attempts.
C)Fatigue, anger, and drinking too much alcohol can cause temporary erectile difficulties in healthy males.
D)"Performance demands" or overreaction to the temporary loss of an erection may generate fears and doubts that contribute to a further inhibition of arousal.

Question 75

An occasional inability to produce or maintain an erection is a(n)

A)desire disorder.
B)arousal disorder.
C)orgasm disorder.
D)normal event.

Question 76

Marcia is repelled by the prospect of having sex with another person.The thought of engaging in intercourse causes her panic and revulsion.Marcia would be diagnosed with

A)female orgasm disorder.
B)a paraphilia.
C)female sexual arousal disorder.
D)sexual aversion disorder.

Question 77

Male erectile dysfunction is characterized by

A)the inability to produce or maintain an erection.
B)the inability to delay or control orgasm.
C)an inability to control movement of the penis.
D)a muscle spasm that prevents intercourse.

Question 78

An adult male who has never had an erection is probably suffering from

A)primary erectile dysfunction.
B)secondary erectile dysfunction.
C)general sexual dysfunction.
D)repressed ejaculation.

Question 79

Vaginal dryness in women and an inability to maintain an erection are signs of

A)desire disorders.
B)arousal disorders.
C)orgasm disorders.
D)sexual pain disorders.

Question 80

Regarding male erectile disorder, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Typical erectile disorders persist for months or years.
B)Fatigue, anger, and drinking too much alcohol can cause temporary erectile difficulties in healthy males.
C)Those men who previously performed successfully, but then developed a problem are said to suffer from primary erectile dysfunction.
D)When a man fails to have an erection , it is important for the man's partner to avoid expressing anger, disappointment, or embarrassment.