Question 1

The availability of in-home sexually explicit films and downloadable film clips means that ________.

Accepted Answer

The availability of sexually explicit films in the privacy of one's own home has attracted women and couples to become the fastest-growing group of consumers in the adult entertainment industry. Choice B is incorrect as it limits the audience to heterosexual men only, which is not true. Choice C is incorrect as sexually explicit films catering to hetero couples are also available in-home and online. Choice D is incorrect as femme porn is still produced and marketed towards women.

Question 2

Juan is a heterosexual male sex worker who provides sexual services for female customers in exchange for money. Most of his customers are wealthy and middle-aged women who sometimes ask him to accompany them to social gatherings. In the context of the types of male sex workers, Juan would be considered a ________.

Accepted Answer

Juan would be considered a gigolo, as he provides sexual services to female clientele in exchange for money and sometimes accompanies them to social gatherings. A sugar daddy typically refers to an older, wealthy man who provides financial support for a younger, often female, partner. A chickenhawk is a term used to describe an older man who seeks out sexual relations with underage boys. A kept boy is often a younger male who is financially supported by an older, wealthier partner, but may not necessarily provide sexual services.

Question 3

Many "mainstream" sexually explicit videos target a male, heterosexual audience and ________.

Accepted Answer

All of the choices are correct. Many mainstream sexually explicit videos perpetuate harmful gender stereotypes and promote the idea that male satisfaction is the primary goal of sexual encounters. This can have negative effects on men and women's perceptions and expectations of sexuality.

Question 4

Amy provides sexual services to customers from her shop in a rural county. Her shop provides massage services but limits sex to masturbation. This shop would be referred to as a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

An M-and-M parlor is a term used to describe establishments that offer massage services and limit sexual activities to masturbation, fitting the description provided.

Question 5

Jane is a female sex worker who works in a brothel. She mostly engages in oral and anal sex with her customers. Which of the following precautions should she take to reduce the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection?

Accepted Answer

The most effective way for Jane to reduce the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection is to ask her customers to use a condom during sexual intercourse. This will help protect her from both oral and anal transmission of STIs. Avoiding married customers and only providing services to the wealthy will not necessarily reduce her risk of contracting an STI. Asking customers to take a warm shower before engaging in sexual activity may provide some benefit, but it is not as effective as condom use.

Question 6

According to sex therapist Barbara Keesling, ________.

Accepted Answer

According to sex therapist Barbara Keesling, sexually explicit films can be beneficial for women who suffer from low sexual desire.

Question 7

Which of the following is a reason why individuals are attracted to sexually explicit videos (SEV)?

Accepted Answer

SEV often act as a source of sexual information, providing new ideas and techniques for individuals to incorporate into their own sexual experiences. Research has shown that individuals use SEV for educational purposes and to learn about sexual behaviors and desires they may not have otherwise known about. They can also be used as a tool for sexual exploration and self-discovery. The other choices are not supported by research on SEV.

Question 8

Compared to other types of porn, femme porn typically ________.

Accepted Answer

Femme porn typically has story lines that depict clear verbal consent and emotional intimacy, which sets it apart from other types of porn that may involve coercion or objectification.

Question 9

Jeff is HIV positive. How would sexually explicit material be of special help to him and society at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Sexually explicit material can help Jeff to express his sexual desires safely through masturbation without endangering his partners. This can also contribute to reducing the spread of HIV in society.

Question 10

Which of the following is a characteristic of mainstream sexually explicit videos?

Accepted Answer

Mainstream sexually explicit videos typically focus on the physical beauty of the woman "star." This is evidenced by the prevalence of certain body types and features, as well as the emphasis on close-up shots of the female body.

Question 11

Which of the following cases led to the legalization of same-sex marriage in all 50 states in the United States on June 26, 2015?

Accepted Answer

Obergefell v. Hodges was a landmark case in which the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that same-sex marriage is a fundamental right under the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution, and therefore legal in all 50 states. The case was brought by a group of plaintiffs led by James Obergefell, who sought the right to be listed as the surviving spouse on the death certificate of his partner, John Arthur, who had passed away from ALS.

Question 12

The legal term "obscenity" comes from the Latin word for ________.

Accepted Answer

The term "obscenity" is derived from the Latin word "obscaena" or "obscenus," which refers to something offensive or disgusting, often in a sexual context, hence closely related to the concept of filth.

Question 13

Which of the following scenarios depicts a female sex worker who is a streetwalker?

Accepted Answer

Streetwalkers are sex workers who work on the streets or in public places, such as parks or alleys, by soliciting clients. In this scenario, Katy solicits clients by hanging out at places where sex work is common and dressing provocatively to attract potential clients.

Question 14

What has been the effect of mass literacy and the availability of inexpensive printing techniques on sexually explicit material?

Accepted Answer

Mass literacy and the availability of inexpensive printing techniques have greatly increased the demand for sexually explicit material, leading to the growth of the pornography industry. This has been facilitated by the ease of production and distribution of pornographic material through various media, including books, magazines, videos, and the internet. While there have been efforts to regulate or restrict access to sexually explicit material, the industry continues to thrive due to its profitability and the availability of new technologies that make it easier to produce and distribute pornographic content.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true about femme porn?

Accepted Answer

Femme porn typically has female leads or dominant characters, and is created to appeal to women's erotic fantasies. It is also known for portraying realistic and consensual sexual encounters. The other statements are not true about femme porn.

Question 16

To call certain sexually explicit material erotica means that ________.

Accepted Answer

Erotica is typically evaluated positively and perceived as having artistic value, rather than being solely focused on sexual content or prostitution. It may include explicit sexual content, but is intended to be viewed as stimulating or arousing in a respectful and consensual manner, rather than being degrading or harmful. Depictions of violence would be more likely to fall under the category of pornography.

Question 17

The word "erotica" is derived from a Greek word that means ________.

Accepted Answer

The word "erotica" comes from the Greek word "eros," which means love, particularly sexual love. Therefore, the most appropriate choice is C, which means a love poem.

Question 18

Which one of these is NOT a way that lesbian and gay sexually explicit films differ from heterosexual films?

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct.

Question 19

Yelen is a female sex worker who works independently. She speaks to her customers directly, either by calling them up or chatting with them. She arranges to provide sexual services at her customer's residence or in a hotel room. She sometimes accompanies her customers to social gatherings as well. In the context of the types of sex workers, Yelena would be referred to as a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

Yelen is called a call girl, who works independently and directly communicates with her customers to provide sexual services at their residence or hotel room. She also accompanies her customers to social gatherings. Brothel sex workers work in brothels, streetwalkers solicit customers in public places, and M-and-M workers are male-male sex workers.

Question 20

Researchers from the University of Amsterdam conducted a content analysis of 400 sexually mainstream explicit Internet videos from four of the most visited "porn" websites. Which of the following is true about the findings of the study?

Accepted Answer

The study found that power differences in the sexual activities depicted men as dominant and women as submissive. A was not supported by the findings as women were not shown to control violent situations in their favor. B was also not supported as it was found that women were depicted experiencing orgasm at similar rates as men. C was not supported as close-ups of women's body parts actually occurred more frequently than close-ups of men's body parts.

Quiz 18: Sexually Explicit Materials, Prostitution, and Sex Laws