Question 1

Which statement below best describes the conceptualization of human sexuality from the vantage point of the social sciences?

Accepted Answer

The social sciences conceptualize human sexuality as consisting of three dimensions: self-identification, sexual preference, and sexual behavior. These three dimensions do not always align with each other, and they are influenced by various social and cultural factors, rather than being solely determined by biology.

Question 2

Define what social scientists mean by essentialism and social constructionism. Give me examples of how essentialism and social constructionism work with respect to the dimensions of sexuality.

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Question 3

Homosexuality is ____ than heterosexuality.

Accepted Answer

Research on sexuality and sexual orientation has suggested that homosexuality is more fluid than initially thought. This means that people's orientation can change over time, and not everyone fits neatly into categories of "gay" or "straight."

Question 4

In the National Survey of Family Growth (NSFG), how do the interviewers gather data on the sexuality of the respondents?

Accepted Answer

NSFG uses ACASI (Audio Computer-Assisted Self-Interviewing) to gather data on the sexuality of the respondents. This technology allows the respondent to have privacy in hearing and answering the questions.

Question 5

Discuss and describe how the forms of family have transitioned since around the 17^th century in Europe and America leading to a demise of extended families, along with the changing roles of family members. In your answer, be sure and mention any structural/demographic changes that might have influenced these transitions in your answer.

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Question 6

Choose one of the statements below that best describes cohabitation and its patterns these days in the U.S.

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Question 7

Define and describe the three main dimensions of human sexuality. Give two examples of each dimension. Do the dimensions need to agree with one another? If so, how? If not, why not?

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Question 8

Demographers define "family partnering" as

Accepted Answer

Demographers define "family partnering" as any couple, either same-sex or opposite-sex, who live together as a married or cohabiting couple. This definition includes both same-sex and opposite-sex couples and does not require the presence of children.

Question 9

Describe the three major dimensions of human sexuality; show how each is conceptualized and measured. If you had to select only one dimension to use in your analyses, which one would you select and why not the other two?

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Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a definition of Cohabitation:

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation specifically refers to a romantic relationship where the couple is living together, so having roommates who are not romantically involved would not be considered cohabitation.

Question 11

What are the three principal dimensions of sexuality?

Accepted Answer

The three principal dimensions of sexuality are self-identification (how an individual identifies their own sexual orientation), sexual preference (who an individual is sexually attracted to), and sexual behavior (what sexual activities an individual engages in). Choice A is not accurate as self reported sex and self professed sex are not widely used terms in sexual orientation research. Choice B is incorrect because while sexual behavior and sexual thoughts are important components of sexuality, gender is not considered one of the principal dimensions. Choice C is not accurate as it only covers sexual orientation, but not all aspects of sexuality. Choice E is not the best answer because while gender and self-identification are two important dimensions, the third dimension should be sexual preference or behavior.

Question 12

Demographers use the concept of ____ to refer to the first living arrangement an adult has with another adult that involves commitment, romance and emotion.

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Quiz 5: The Family and Sexuality