Question 1

Distinguish between primary sex characteristics and secondary sex characteristics.

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Question 2

Many people think of sexuality as a biological matter yet, sexuality is largely cultural. Explain the biological foundation of sex-how people become female and male-and then go on to explain why sexuality as a dimension of social life is mostly cultural. Consider as evidence of the cultural character of sexuality variation in attitudes and behavior over time and from society to society.

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Question 3

The social-conflict approach highlights the ways sexual attitudes and practices benefit some and disadvantage others.

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The social-conflict approach to sexuality emphasizes the unequal distribution of power and resources among different groups, and how this shapes sexual attitudes, behaviors, and outcomes. It views sexuality as a site of struggle and negotiation among individuals and social groups, and it identifies the ways that gender, race, class, and other social factors intersect to produce different patterns of sexual expression and regulation. The social-conflict approach also critiques the dominant ideologies and institutions that perpetuate sexual inequality and oppression, such as patriarchy, homophobia, and capitalism.

Question 4

The symbolic-interaction approach highlights the various meanings people attach to sexuality.

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The symbolic-interaction approach emphasizes the importance of the meanings that people attach to sexuality and how those meanings shape social interactions and relationships.

Question 5

Why would societies seek to control human sexuality? Why would some societies be more permissive than others?

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Question 6

Is there a culture of "hooking up" on your campus? Why has this pattern evolved on many campuses at this point in our society's history? What do you see as the advantages and disadvantages of "hooking up"?

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Question 7

Consider the issue of rape. Why have most cases of rape gone unreported? Why is this pattern now changing? What factors make date rape an important issue on the college campus? What strategies for change might reduce this problem?

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Question 8

What are the traits of the campus culture of "hooking up"?

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Question 9

What significant changes took place during the sexual revolution? What about during the sexual counterrevolution?

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Question 10

State two common myths about rape. Explain why these beliefs are wrong.

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Question 11

Apply the three theoretical approaches to the topic of sexuality. What are important insights provided by the structural-functional, symbolic-interaction, and social-conflict approaches?

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Question 12

What are several functions of the incest taboo for society as a whole?

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Question 13

Explain the significance of the sexual revolution and the sexual counterrevolution. What changed in each case? How do these opposing trends show that U.S. society is of two minds-permissive and restrictive-about matters of sexuality?

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Question 14

What is the basic assertion of queer theory?

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Question 15

Heterosexism refers to rejecting or stigmatizing anyone who is not heterosexual.

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Heterosexism is a form of discrimination and prejudice that targets individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or queer (LGBQ) or those whose sexual orientation does not conform to heteronormative standards. It involves disapproving or marginalizing non-heterosexual behaviors, practices, and identities while perpetuating the superiority of heterosexual norms and values.

Question 16

Define the following terms: heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and asexuality.

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Question 17

Why do some people consider prostitution to be a victimless crime? Can you provide arguments against this position?

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Question 18

In what regions of the world do people make the most and least use of birth control technology? Can you explain this pattern?

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Question 19

The structural-functional approach highlights patterns of inequality linked to sexuality.

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The structural-functional approach focuses on how sexuality contributes to the stability and functioning of society, not on patterns of inequality.

Question 20

The abortion debate is about nothing other than the question of when life begins.

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The abortion debate encompasses various issues including women's rights, bodily autonomy, legal and ethical considerations, and access to healthcare, not just the question of when life begins.

Quiz 8: Sexuality and Society