Question 1

Currently, some religious leaders preach that masturbation is sinful or harmful.

Accepted Answer

Many religious leaders from various faiths preach that masturbation is sinful or harmful based on their interpretations of religious texts and doctrines.

Question 2

When a heterosexual sexual experience has a greater variety of sexual behaviors, research finds that it is more likely for the woman to experience orgasm.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that heterosexual sexual experiences involving a greater variety of sexual behaviors are associated with higher likelihoods of female orgasm. This is because a diversity of activities can address different aspects of female sexual response and preferences.

Question 3

Because sexuality is influenced by the relationship as a whole, foreplay may be defined as how partners have treated each other since their last sexual experience together.

Accepted Answer

Foreplay is not just about physical interaction immediately preceding sex; it encompasses the emotional and psychological interactions between partners since their last sexual encounter, influencing their overall sexual relationship and desire.

Question 4

Rubbing genitals together or against other parts of a partner's body can be included in any couple's sexual interaction and is common in lesbian lovemaking.

Accepted Answer

This activity, known as tribadism or frottage, is a form of non-penetrative sex that can be a part of sexual activity among couples of any orientation, including lesbian couples, where it is often a common practice.

Question 5

Fantasizing privately during sex with a partner can erode intimacy in the relationship.

Accepted Answer

Fantasizing privately during sex can create a sense of emotional distance and lack of presence, potentially affecting the connection and intimacy between partners.

Question 6

Women and men may experience nocturnal orgasms.

Accepted Answer

Both women and men can experience nocturnal orgasms, also known as sleep orgasms or wet dreams, which occur during sleep and are often associated with erotic dreams.

Question 7

Although some sexual fantasy is generally considered healthy, MOST sexual fantasy is considered to be indicative of poor relationships or other sexual problems.

Accepted Answer

Most sexual fantasies are considered a normal part of sexual health and are not indicative of poor relationships or sexual problems. They can enhance sexual pleasure and intimacy when shared within a consensual and respectful context.

Question 8

Tissot, a European physician during the 18th century, felt that masturbation was healthy during childhood but could result in unhealthy sexual relationships if practiced as an adult.

Accepted Answer

Tissot, a Swiss physician in the 18th century, believed that masturbation was harmful at any age, arguing that it caused a wide range of physical and psychological illnesses.

Question 9

The authors recommend that all people should masturbate on a regular basis as a way to promote and maintain good sexual health and awareness.

Accepted Answer

The statement is too broad and does not accurately reflect the nuanced views of health professionals or authors on the topic of masturbation, which can vary greatly depending on individual health, cultural, and personal beliefs.

Question 10

Complete celibacy is defined as abstaining from all sexual activity with a partner, although a person may masturbate when alone.

Accepted Answer

Complete celibacy includes abstaining from all forms of sexual activity, including masturbation, not just sexual activity with a partner.

Question 11

In lesbian sexual relationships, the mutual desire for an appreciation of touching can result in increased sexual arousal and orgasm as compared to women in heterosexual relationships.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that lesbian couples may experience higher levels of sexual satisfaction due to mutual understanding and appreciation of each other's bodies, which can enhance arousal and orgasm.

Question 12

The top reason college men engage in intercourse is because they were attracted to the person, but college women stated financial responsibility as their top reason.

Accepted Answer

Studies and surveys on sexual behavior typically show that both college men and women cite attraction and love as top reasons for engaging in intercourse, rather than financial responsibility.

Question 13

Contrary to the stereotype that sexual experiences of gay men are completely genitally focused, extragenital eroticism and affection are important aspects of sexual contact for many male couples.

Accepted Answer

Research and studies on the sexual behaviors of gay men have shown that their sexual experiences are not solely focused on genital interaction. Emotional connection, affection, and extragenital eroticism play significant roles in their sexual encounters, challenging the stereotype of purely genitally focused interactions.

Question 14

Women who are agnostic or atheist report fewer and less varied sexual fantasies than women who identify themselves as religious.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that religiosity does not necessarily predict the frequency or variety of sexual fantasies. In fact, some research suggests that individuals who identify as non-religious (agnostic or atheist) may report a greater variety and frequency of sexual fantasies compared to their religious counterparts, possibly due to less guilt or fewer perceived restrictions around sexuality.

Question 15

HIV cannot be transmitted through oral sex.

Accepted Answer

While the risk is significantly lower compared to other forms of sexual activity, HIV can still be transmitted through oral sex, especially if there are cuts or sores in the mouth.

Question 16

Because sex between same-sex partners does not duplicate the pervasive heteronormative sexual script's emphasis on penile-vaginal intercourse, gay and lesbian sexual repertoire is often more expansive and creative than heterosexuals.

Accepted Answer

Gay and lesbian couples, not adhering to the heteronormative script that prioritizes penile-vaginal intercourse, often explore a wider range of sexual activities, leading to a more expansive and creative sexual repertoire.

Question 17

All societies find mouth-kissing to be very sexually pleasurable.

Accepted Answer

Not all societies view mouth-kissing as sexually pleasurable; cultural perceptions of kissing vary widely, and some cultures do not practice or even find the act of mouth-kissing appealing or appropriate.

Question 18

Individuals who have experienced sexual abuse as children are sometimes troubled by intrusive, unwanted sexual fantasies.

Accepted Answer

Individuals who have experienced sexual abuse in childhood may suffer from various psychological effects, including intrusive, unwanted sexual fantasies, as part of post-traumatic stress responses or other trauma-related psychological conditions.

Question 19

A majority of women use vaginal penetration in addition to clitoral stimulation to reach orgasm during masturbation.

Accepted Answer

Most women report that clitoral stimulation is a necessary element for them to reach orgasm, with or without vaginal penetration.

Question 20

Touch does not need to be directed to an erogenous area in order to be sexual.

Accepted Answer

Sexual touch can be experienced through non-erogenous zones due to the emotional and psychological connections associated with the act, which can elicit sexual feelings and responses.

Quiz 8: Sexual Behaviors