Question 1

Which of the following is true of comprehensive sexuality education?

Accepted Answer

The first national model for comprehensive sexuality education was developed by the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS). This is a true statement; therefore, option B is correct. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they provide incorrect or misleading information about comprehensive sexuality education.

Question 2

Matteo, an adolescent, experiences his first sexual intercourse with a friend. In this scenario, Matteo's sexual encounter can be referred to as

Accepted Answer

Matteo's first sexual intercourse can be referred to as his sexual debut, which is the first time an individual engages in sexual behavior with a partner. Spermarche refers specifically to a male's first ejaculation during puberty, nocturnal emission refers to a wet dream, and sexting refers to the exchange of sexually explicit messages or images through electronic media.

Question 3

The sexuality education course at St. Mark's School includes information about reproduction, the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, and safe sex. This approach at St. Mark's School is

Accepted Answer

The course at St. Mark's School includes comprehensive sexuality education, as it covers information about reproduction, pregnancy prevention, STD prevention, and safe sex. This approach goes beyond solely promoting abstinence and emphasizes the importance of providing students with a well-rounded understanding of sexuality and sexual health.

Question 4

An infant is unable to differentiate sexual pleasure from other types of enjoyment.

Accepted Answer

Infants are not capable of differentiating sexual pleasure as they are not sexually mature and do not have the cognitive ability to understand the concept of sex.

Question 5

Studies about masturbation in adolescence indicate that masturbation

Accepted Answer

Many studies indicate that males start masturbating between the ages of 13 and 15, making option D the best choice. Options A and B are incorrect as they make false claims and option C can also be considered incorrect as there is no direct correlation between having a partner and the frequency of masturbation in adolescence.

Question 6

Identify a true statement about teen pregnancies.

Accepted Answer

Teen pregnancies often result in lowered expectations, economic hardship, and poverty, as young parents struggle to balance the responsibilities of parenthood with their own personal and educational goals. This is supported by research and statistics on the long-term outcomes of teen parents. Choices B, C, and D are false statements about teen pregnancy.

Question 7

Babies born to teenagers

Accepted Answer

Babies born to teenagers often have lower birth weights due to factors such as inadequate prenatal care, poor nutrition, and smoking or drug use during pregnancy.

Question 8

A sex education program in the Davis school district emphasizes staying away from all kinds of sexual behaviors until marriage. This program excludes all types of sexual and reproductive health education. This is curriculum is called

Accepted Answer

The curriculum that emphasizes abstinence until marriage and excludes all types of sexual and reproductive health education is called abstinence-only sexuality education.

Question 9

During the administration of George W. Bush, the federal government spent $1.5 billion on sexuality education programs that encouraged teens to delay sex until marriage. Critics cited that the programs ________.

Accepted Answer

Critics cited that the programs were grounded in religious doctrine, indicating that they may not have been based on scientific evidence or educated teens about condoms. There is also no mention of their effectiveness in the question stem.

Question 10

An important tenet of a broad comprehensive approach to sexuality education is that sexuality education should ________.

Accepted Answer

A broad comprehensive approach to sexuality education should not only focus on preventing negative outcomes such as unwanted pregnancy and STIs, but also prepare young people for the healthy expression of their sexuality. This includes teaching about consent, communication, healthy relationships, and sexual pleasure, in addition to information about contraception and safer sex practices. Focusing exclusively on abstinence or drawing ideas only from conservative and religious doctrines limits the scope of sexuality education and may not meet the diverse needs of learners.

Question 11

Babies born to teenage mothers

Accepted Answer

Teenage mothers are less likely to receive early and adequate prenatal care as they may face financial, social, or emotional barriers to accessing healthcare. This can result in higher risk for complications during pregnancy and birth, as well as long-term developmental problems in the baby. Studies have shown that babies born to teenage mothers have higher rates of low birth weight, premature birth, and infant mortality compared to babies born to older women.

Question 12

Evidence suggests a positive association between coming out to oneself and feelings of

Accepted Answer

Research has found that individuals who come out to themselves experience improved self-esteem and a stronger sense of self-worth.

Question 13

In recent years one of the most advanced mandated form of comprehensive sexuality education was introduced in

Accepted Answer

California has implemented one of the most advanced mandated forms of comprehensive sexuality education, known as the California Healthy Youth Act. This law requires that all public schools in California provide comprehensive sexuality education that is age-appropriate, medically accurate, and inclusive of all gender and sexual identities.

Question 14

A sex education program in the Dakota school district goes from Kindergarten through high school. It is age-appropriate and covers a broad range of topics as well as opportunities to develop relationships and interpersonal skills and sexual responsibility. This approach is called

Accepted Answer

The description suggests that the approach includes education on a broad range of topics, including interpersonal skills and sexual responsibility, and is age-appropriate. These characteristics are consistent with comprehensive sexuality education, which aims to provide students with accurate information and skills to make healthy and informed decisions about their sexual health.

Question 15

Before infants understand language, they learn to interpret movements and facial expressions.

Accepted Answer

Infants begin to interpret nonverbal communication, such as movements and facial expressions, before they can understand language. This is a critical part of early development and helps them to begin to learn social cues and interactions.

Question 16

Select the statement below that is a POSITIVE aspect of masturbation.

Accepted Answer

Masturbation has been shown to have a positive effect on mental health by reducing stress and anxiety. It allows individuals to explore and understand their own bodies and sexuality, which can lead to improved self-confidence and body image. Options A and B are negative aspects, as they can lead to feelings of frustration and dissatisfaction. Option C is incorrect and unsupported by scientific evidence.

Question 17

Precocious puberty

Accepted Answer

Precocious puberty is more commonly found in girls than in boys.

Question 18

________ is a term that describes irrational or phobic fear of sexual minorities.

Accepted Answer

Homophobia is the term used to describe irrational or phobic fear of sexual minorities, specifically individuals who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender. Agoraphobia is a fear of open or public spaces, while heterophobia is not a recognized phobia. Homophilia refers to a positive attitude or preference towards individuals who identify as gay or lesbian.

Question 19

Sexual debut

Accepted Answer

Sexual debut refers to the experience of first sexual intercourse.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of sexuality education?

Accepted Answer

The Obama administration has shown a focus on evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention programs, often favoring comprehensive sexuality education over abstinence-only programs. A and D are both false statements, and B is partially true but not the best choice as it does not address the current focus on evidence-based programs.

Quiz 6: Sexuality in Childhood and Adolescence