Question 1

A(n) __________ person is someone whose sexual differentiation is ambiguous or incomplete.They tend to have some combination of male and female genitalia.

Accepted Answer

Intersexed individuals are born with reproductive or sexual anatomy that does not fit typical male or female classifications. This can include a range of physical characteristics, such as ambiguous genitalia, chromosomal variations, or hormone imbalances. It should be noted that intersex is not synonymous with transgender, as the latter refers to a person's gender identity rather than their physical sex characteristics.

Question 2

__________ is defined as extreme prejudice directed at gays,lesbians,
Bisexuals,and others who are perceived as not being heterosexual.

Accepted Answer

Homophobia is the extreme prejudice and fear directed towards those who are perceived as not being heterosexual, including gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and others within the LGBTQ+ community. Homogamy is the practice of marrying or forming a romantic partnership with someone who shares a similar characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, or education level. Monogaphobia is not a recognized term or concept. Endogamy refers to the practice of marrying or forming a romantic partnership within one's own cultural, religious, or ethnic group.

Question 3

The objectification of girls and women is widespread and particularly common in the United States and many other nations,but:

Accepted Answer

Men may also be objectified in some societies. While objectification of girls and women is more widespread and common, men can also be objectified in certain societies and cultures. Additionally, just like women, men may also receive cultural messages about body image and physical appearance. It is important to acknowledge and address all forms of objectification and societal pressures on both men and women.

Question 4

A chromosomally normal (XY) male was born with a penis just one centimeter long and a urinary opening similar to that of a female.This individual would be referred to as a(n):

Accepted Answer

This individual is considered intersexed because they have ambiguous genitalia that do not clearly fit typical male or female characteristics. Transsexual refers to a person who identifies with a gender different from their assigned biological sex, bisexual refers to a person who is attracted to both genders, and transvestite refers to a person who dresses in clothes typically associated with the opposite gender.

Question 5

At the core of the differences between gender and sex is the chromosomal information transmitted at the moment a child is conceived.The mother contributes an X chromosome and if the father contributes an X,a __________ would be produced.

Accepted Answer

The father's X chromosome combines with the mother's X chromosome to produce a female embryo.

Question 6

At the core of the differences between gender and sex is the chromosomal information transmitted at the moment a child is conceived.The mother contributes an X chromosome and if the father contributes a Y chromosome,a __________ would be produced.

Accepted Answer

The chromosomal information transmitted at the moment of conception determines the sex of the embryo. If the father contributes a Y chromosome, a male embryo will be produced. The other answer choices (B, C, D) do not accurately reflect the chromosonal information necessary for sex determination.

Question 7

At birth,male and female infants are distinguished by __________,which are the genitalia used in the reproductive process.

Accepted Answer

Primary sex characteristics are biological structures present at birth that are used in the reproductive process, including genitalia. Tertiary sex characteristics refer to other physical or behavioral differences that develop during puberty or later in life, while secondary sex characteristics refer specifically to physical changes that occur during puberty, such as the growth of facial hair or breasts. Cultural tendencies are not biological and do not relate specifically to physical differences between males and females.

Question 8

Which of the following has been the MOST widely publicized form of discrimination against gays and lesbians in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The military's "Don't ask, Don't tell" policy was a highly publicized and controversial policy that prohibited openly gay and lesbian individuals from serving in the military. It was in place from 1993 to 2011 and was a significant form of discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community in the United States. While discrimination in other areas such as adoption, healthcare, and sports have also been issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, "Don't ask, Don't tell" received the most attention and media coverage.

Question 9

__________ refer(s) to the culturally and socially constructed differences between females and males found in the meanings,beliefs and practices associated with "femininity" and "masculinity."

Accepted Answer

Gender refers to the cultural and social differences between females and males, including the meanings, beliefs, and practices associated with femininity and masculinity. This includes societal expectations and stereotypes about how individuals should behave, dress, and interact based on their gender identity. Primary and secondary sexual identifiers are physical characteristics that distinguish between male and female bodies, but do not necessarily relate to cultural or social differences in gender. Sex refers to biological differences between male and female reproductive anatomy and genetics.

Question 10

In a definitive study of sexuality in the mid-1990s,researchers at the University of Chicago established three criteria for identifying people as homosexual or bisexual.Which of the following is NOT one of the criteria identified?

Accepted Answer

The three criteria identified by the researchers at the University of Chicago for identifying people as homosexual or bisexual were sexual attraction to persons of one's own gender, sexual involvement with one or more persons of one's own gender, and self-identification as a gay, lesbian, or bisexual. Having engaged in a homosexual encounter at a young age was not one of the criteria.

Question 11

Which of the following would NOT be an example of a secondary sex characteristic in women?

Accepted Answer

A vagina is a primary sex characteristic in women, as it is a part of the reproductive system. Secondary sex characteristics are physical traits that develop during puberty but are not directly involved in reproduction, such as breast development and hip widening. Menstruation is also considered a secondary sex characteristic because it is a result of the hormonal changes that occur during puberty.

Question 12

Which of the following would NOT be an example of a secondary sex characteristic in men?

Accepted Answer

A penis is a primary sex characteristic, as it is directly involved in reproduction. Secondary sex characteristics are physical traits that develop during puberty but are not directly involved in reproduction, such as muscular build, voice changes, and hair growth.

Question 13

Sociologist Kristin G.Esterberg interviewed lesbian and bisexual women to determine how they "perform" lesbian or bisexual __________ through daily activities such as choice of clothing and hairstyles,body language,and talk.

Accepted Answer

The question is asking about how women "perform" their lesbian or bisexual identity through daily activities, indicating that it is the aspect of identity that is being explored. Biology refers to one's physical characteristics, which is not relevant in this context. Gender refers to societal expectations and attitudes towards masculinity and femininity, which is also not directly related to the question. Attraction may be a component of how women perform their identity, but it is not the broad scope of the study as stated in the question.

Question 14

__________ refer(s) to an individual's preference for emotional-sexual relationships with members of the opposite sex (heterosexuality),the same sex (homosexuality),or both (bisexuality).

Accepted Answer

Sexual orientation refers to an individual's preference for emotional-sexual relationships with members of the opposite sex (heterosexuality), the same sex (homosexuality), or both (bisexuality). The other options (sexual feelings, sexual differentiations, and sexual identification) do not encompass the full spectrum of sexual orientation.

Question 15

Sex is not always clear-cut.A(n) ___________ is an individual who is born with a reproductive or sexual anatomy that does not correspond to typical definitions of male or female; in other words,the person's sexual differentiation is ambiguous.

Accepted Answer

The definition given in the question refers to an intersexed person, who is born with ambiguous sexual differentiation. Transsexual refers to a person who identifies as a gender different from the one assigned at birth, transvestite refers to a person who dresses in clothing typically associated with the opposite gender, and homosexual refers to a person who is sexually attracted to the same gender. None of these definitions match the one given in the question.

Question 16

__________ is the process of treating people as if they were things,rather than human beings.This occurs when we judge people on the basis of their physical appearance rather than on the basis of their individual qualities or actions.

Accepted Answer

Objectification is the process of treating people as objects rather than human beings. This often occurs when people are judged solely on their physical appearance rather than their unique qualities or actions.

Question 17

A male who lives as a woman,or a female who lives as a man but does not alter the genitalia,is referred to as a:

Accepted Answer

The answer of A male who lives as a woman,or...

Question 18

At puberty,an increased production of hormones results in the development of __________,the physical traits (other than reproductive organs) that identify an individual's sex.

Accepted Answer

Secondary sex characteristics are the physical traits that develop during puberty that identify an individual's sex, such as facial hair and breast development. Primary sex characteristics refer to the reproductive organs, while hormonal correlates and tertiary sex characteristics are not commonly used terms in the context of sex development.

Question 19

The biological and anatomical differences between females and males refer to:

Accepted Answer

The biological and anatomical differences between females and males refer to sex, which is determined by genetic and physical characteristics such as reproductive organs and hormones.

Question 20

Some people may be genetically of one sex but have a gender identity
Of the other.This is true for a ___________ person - an individual whose gender identity does match the person's assigned sex.

Accepted Answer

Transgendered is the best choice as it specifically refers to a person whose gender identity does not match their assigned sex. Hermaphrodite refers to a person with both male and female reproductive organs, which is not necessarily related to gender identity. Transvestite refers to a person who enjoys dressing in clothing typically associated with the opposite sex but does not necessarily indicate a different gender identity. Homosexual refers to a person who is sexually attracted to members of the same sex, which is also not necessarily related to gender identity.

Quiz 11: Sex and Gender