Question 1

What is a common characteristic of male sex workers?

Accepted Answer

Male sex workers often have a history of early sexual activity and relationships with older partners. This pattern can be associated with various factors, including economic, social, and psychological aspects. Choices A, B, and D are not universally accurate characteristics of male sex workers.

Question 2

What is a problem with conducting research on sex work?

Accepted Answer

All of these options present issues when conducting research on sex work. The lack of a clear definition of sex work, coupled with the illegal nature of the industry in most areas, makes it difficult to obtain a representative sample and accurately measure behaviors and experiences of sex workers.

Question 3

Feminist who align with the anticensorship movement are concerned that restrictions on pornography will lead to:

Accepted Answer

Feminists who align with the anticensorship movement often believe that restrictions on pornography will lead to the censorship of feminist writings and writings on homosexuality issues. They argue that censorship of porn could be used as a way to silence voices on issues related to gender and sexuality.

Question 4

What is a common characteristic found among many female sex workers?

Accepted Answer

Research has found that many female sex workers come from economically deprived backgrounds, often became sexually active at a young age, and have a history of sexual abuse. These factors could contribute to their involvement in sex work.

Question 5

What is the average age for a child's first exposure to online pornography?

Accepted Answer

The average age for a child's first exposure to online pornography is 11 years old. This statistic is based on various studies and reports that have investigated the age at which children first encounter explicit content online.

Question 6

In an interesting research study related to heterosexual men's pornography viewing, it was found that men who watch images of naked men with women _____________ than men who watch similar videos of women with women.

Accepted Answer

The study found that men who watch images of naked men with women have higher quality sperm counts than men who watch similar videos of women with women. This may be due to an increase in testosterone levels in response to the presence of other men in the video. The study did not find any evidence that watching this type of pornography leads to increased aggression or erection problems, nor did it investigate how it might affect feelings of masculinity.

Question 7

What is considered an important contribution of the pornography industry to online buying?

Accepted Answer

Real-time credit card processing was pioneered by the pornography industry and paved the way for secure online transactions, ultimately contributing to the growth of e-commerce.

Question 8

What is the main motivation for becoming a sex worker?

Accepted Answer

The main motivation for many sex workers is economic, as they may not have other employment opportunities or may need to support themselves or their families. While some sex workers may also enjoy the sexual aspect of their work, it is not necessarily the primary motivation for entering the industry. Drug addiction may be a contributing factor for some individuals, but it is not a universal motivation for becoming a sex worker.

Question 9

All of the following are common related to sex workers and their sex lives EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The statement about Master's and Johnson's research is not accurate. They did not specifically state that sex workers were good subjects due to their high levels of sexual activity. Therefore, option C is not common or accurate in relation to sex workers and their sex lives.

Question 10

What statement best describes Catherine MacKinnon's argument about pornography?

Accepted Answer

Catherine MacKinnon's argument is that pornography cannot be understood separately from the history of male domination of women. She argues that it perpetuates the subordination and objectification of women, and therefore should be regulated or even banned. She sees it as a form of harm and violence against women, rather than a liberating or empowering force.

Question 11

What is the average age of entry into sex work for females in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The average age of entry into sex work for females in the United States is 14 years old.

Question 12

A "typical" female prostitute is:

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

What is a common finding related to compulsive online sex?

Accepted Answer

A common finding related to compulsive online sex is that the person becomes desensitized to pornography, which can lead to difficulty experiencing arousal and pleasure in real-life sexual experiences. The other options are incorrect as compulsive online sex is typically associated with negative impacts on an individual's sex life and relationships.

Question 14

What is the most common group of female sex workers?

Accepted Answer

Streetwalkers, also known as prostitutes, are the most common group of female sex workers. They offer sexual services to clients on the streets or in public places in exchange for money.

Question 15

Although done in artificial research settings, what did research findings reveal related to the influence of men's attitudes after viewing violent pornography?

Accepted Answer

Research findings revealed that viewing violent pornography decreases sensitivity toward rape victims, increases the desire to see more of it, and reinforces the belief that some women like to be raped.

Question 16

According to recent studies, how do the majority of people in the United States feel about pornography?

Accepted Answer

According to recent studies, the majority of people in the United States would ban violent pornography but are more ambivalent about female erotica and softcore porn. Additionally, they believe that pornography leads to a loss of respect for women.

Question 17

Which of the following statements matches findings related to pornography and sexuality?

Accepted Answer

Studies have found that there is no correlation between pornography consumption and increased rates of sexual violence. In fact, countries where pornography is more widely available, such as Japan, have been found to have lower rates of rape than countries with more restrictions on pornography. The other statements are not supported by research.

Question 18

What term refers to male sex workers who provide services to men?

Accepted Answer

Hustlers typically refer to male sex workers who provide services to men, while johns are clients, gigolos are male escorts who primarily cater to women, and pimps are individuals who control and profit from the work of sex workers.

Question 19

Lahey argues that attempts to determine the effects of pornography are missing the point because they have not focused on what?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

How would an adult who spends about 12 hours per week visiting sexually-oriented sites and chat rooms be identified?

Accepted Answer

An adult who spends about 12 hours per week visiting sexually-oriented sites and chat rooms is likely a compulsive user. This amount of time spent on sexually-oriented activities may indicate an inability to control one's behavior and a negative impact on daily life.

Quiz 18: Sexual Images and Selling Sex