Deck 10: Sexuality and the Life Cycle: Adulthood

Question 1

Meg has had sexual intercourse twice in the past and found it unsatisfactory both times.She lives with her mother and her long work hours make it difficult for her to meet potential dates.In the context of types of involuntary celibacy,Meg is most likely to be categorized as _____.

A)a swinger
B)a virgin
C)single
D)partnered

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following is true of cohabiting couples?

A)The majority of the men and women who are cohabiting do not plan to marry their partners.
B)The marriages of cohabiting couples are more likely to end in divorce than are marriages not preceded by cohabitation.
C)Cohabiting couples have higher relationship quality than married couples.
D)Cohabiting couples have sex less frequently than married couples.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

In the context of the ways in which singles can meet,which of the following is true of contacts made online?

A)They can only lead to one-night stands.
B)They will not result in continuing relationships.
C)They may sometimes evolve to include cybersex.
D)They always engage in masturbation.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Single adults engage in a variety of relationships,from those whose focus is sexual satisfaction to those whose focus is commitment.Which of the following did researchers find when studying these relationships?

A)Sexual activity in nonromantic relationships was associated with lower relationship quality.
B)Sexual activity in nonromantic relationships had no impact upon relationship quality.
C)People who have had more prior partners are more likely to be in romantic relationships.
D)People who reach sexual intimacy quickly are more likely to be in romantic relationships.

Question 5

A common sexual pattern among adolescents is _____.

A)serial monogamy
B)abstinence
C)polyandry
D)celibacy

Question 6

According to research,which of the following is true of the romantic and nonromantic relationships of single adults?

A)People who reach sexual intimacy quickly are more likely to be in romantic relationships.
B)Sexual activity in nonromantic relationships is associated with high relationship quality.
C)People who have had more prior partners are more likely to be in nonromantic relationships.
D)Reduced investment increases the likelihood that the relationships will become more intimate.

Question 7

William is a 32-year-old single man.His social circle consists of people who are already married and some who are well on their way to starting families.Watching his friends,William becomes insecure and regrets not having a wife and children.According to research,his feelings are probably fueled by _____.

A)homonormativity
B)cultural imperialism
C)genderism
D)singleism

Question 8

Brittany is in a stable relationship with her boyfriend.While they were frequently intimate at the beginning of their relationship,they no longer engage in any kind of sexual intimacy.In the context of types of involuntary celibacy,Brittany is most likely to be categorized as _____.

A)single
B)a swinger
C)a virgin
D)partnered

Question 9

Studies conducted on men and women with more prior sex partners and who move from meeting to sexual intimacy quickly have found that they

A)are more likely to have meaningful relationships.
B)tend to invest less in their relationships.
C)are less likely to be involved in nonromantic relationships.
D)are more likely to enjoy high quality relationships.

Question 10

Which of the following statements does research support?

A)Black men and women are more likely to remain single than are their white counterparts.
B)Fewer Hispanic households are headed by a single woman than are white households.
C)It is difficult for most white men to find a job that will allow them to support a family.
D)An overwhelming majority of Asian households are headed by single women.

Question 11

According to research,single people who

A)move from meeting to sexual intimacy quickly are more likely to be in romantic relationships.
B)enter relationships for sexual satisfaction are more likely to have high-quality relationships.
C)have had more prior partners are less likely to be in nonromantic relationships.
D)invest little in their relationships reduce the likelihood of intimacy or romance in their relationships.

Question 12

Which of the following is true of technology and the singles scene?

A)Apps such as Tinder enable men and women to find potential partners.
B)Contacts made online can only lead to one-night stands.
C)Technology does not create an atmosphere that is conducive for sexual activity.
D)The Internet offers only a few portals that single people can use to meet each other.

Question 13

Which of the following is true of celibacy and virginity?

A)Studies conducted on celibacy are exhaustive and their results well documented.
B)Male virginity was more likely among those who reported early pubertal development.
C)Published studies do not always distinguish voluntary from involuntary celibates.
D)Female virginity was predicted by achieving high scores on a test of cognitive function.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of singleism?

A)It is the stereotyping and stigmatization of single people.
B)It discourages people from wanting to be in a relationship.
C)It encourages people to stay single over the long run.
D)It motivates people to stay celibate over their lifetime.

Question 15

Which of the following is true of cohabitation?

A)Cohabiting couples have sex less frequently than married couples.
B)Cohabitation has declined in popularity over the last 40 years.
C)Cohabiting is often seen as an opportunity to try out committed residential relationship.
D)Cohabitation during early adulthood occurs for solely for saving money on rent.

Question 16

Which of the following does research suggest of cohabiting couples?

A)Cohabitation involves little or no commitment from the couple.
B)Cohabiting couples cite saving money on rent as their only reason for living together.
C)Cohabiting couples often plan to marry each other.
D)Cohabitation is an uncommon alternative to marriage.

Question 17

_____ is the stigmatizing and stereotyping of people who are not in a socially recognized couple relationship.

A)Homonormativity
B)Sexual imperialism
C)Singleism
D)Genderism

Question 18

Which of the following indicates sexual maturity?

A)being able to orgasm
B)taking precautions against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
C)being able to make your partner orgasm
D)abstaining from post-relationship sex

Question 19

Which of the following is true of the singles scene?

A)It is institutionalized in the form of singles bars and singles apartment complexes.
B)It is seldom frequented by divorced or widowed people.
C)It is frequented solely by single homosexuals.
D)It is institutionalized by social structures,such as schools and colleges.

Question 20

Craig has never had sexual intercourse.He rarely dates and refrains from engaging in partnered sexual intimacy.In the context of types of involuntary celibacy,Craig is most likely a _____.

A)virgin
B)libertine
C)swinger
D)philanderer

Question 21

Masturbation in marriage is

A)perfectly normal and can serve legitimate sexual needs.
B)very rare among heterosexual couples.
C)a sign of abnormal behavior.
D)very rare among homosexual couples.

Question 22

Brad is married and has three children.The family that includes his wife and children is considered his

A)extended family.
B)family of origin.
C)family of procreation.
D)family of cohabitation.

Question 23

The family of origin is

A)the family in which an individual grows up.
B)the family in which an individual becomes a parent.
C)the family in which an individual procreates.
D)the family into which an individual marries.

Question 24

An analysis of census data found a 13 percent increase in the number of opposite-sex cohabiting couples between January 2009 and July 2010.Which of the following did the data suggest is true of newly cohabiting couples?

A)They tend to be older.
B)They tend to be younger.
C)They are more likely to be white.
D)They are more likely to have stable jobs.

Question 25

According to research on the frequency of marital intercourse,_____.

A)the frequency of marital sex has increased sharply since the 1940s
B)an individual's race and religion influences sexual frequency to a great extent
C)the frequency of intercourse tends to decline with age
D)cohabiting couples have intercourse less frequently than married couples

Question 26

The family of procreation is

A)the family in which an individual is raised.
B)the family in which an individual becomes the parent rearing children.
C)the family of an individual's spouse.
D)the family in which an individual is born.

Question 27

Two general explanations have been suggested for the age-related decline in frequency: habituation to sex with the partner and

A)the absence of children.
B)genetic modification.
C)an increase in psychological well-being.
D)biological aging.

Question 28

In American society,sexual expression has the most legitimacy in the context of _____.

A)casual relationships
B)dating
C)cohabitation
D)marriage

Question 29

Which of the following does research suggest about the sexual behavior of cohabiting couples?

A)Cohabiting couples have sex less frequently than married couples to strengthen relationship.
B)Cohabiting couples have the same amount of sex as married couples.
C)Cohabiting couples have sex more frequently than married couples.
D)Cohabiting couples have sex less frequently than married couples as they are not concerned about the stability of their

Question 30

Which of the following traditional gender roles is observed most often in marriages in the United States?

A)The wife is most likely to be the initiator of sexual intercourse.
B)The husband is most likely to be the initiator of sexual intercourse.
C)The husband is most likely to refuse offers of sexual intercourse.
D)Both the husband and the wife are equally likely to initiate sexual intercourse.

Question 31

Which of the following statements is true of sexual relationships and marriage?

A)Today,many people have had a full sexual relationship before they marry.
B)Today,fewer people have had sexual relationships before they marry than they have in the past.
C)Marriage in contemporary times is considered more of an obligation than in the past.
D)Marriage in contemporary times is considered less of a choice than in the past.

Question 32

Which of the following does research suggest to be true of work and sexual satisfaction?

A)Sexual satisfaction is highest in families where one spouse works from home.
B)Sexual satisfaction is highest in families where one spouse is unemployed.
C)Sexual satisfaction is not affected by job satisfaction.
D)Sexual satisfaction is associated with job satisfaction.

Question 33

The loss of interest in sex as one's partner becomes more and more familiar is known as _____.

A)fixation
B)gratification
C)condensation
D)habituation

Question 34

Sharon is a 30-year-old married mother of two.Which of the following is considered as her family of origin?

A)the family in which she grew up
B)the family in which her husband grew up
C)the family in which she became a parent
D)her husband's extended family

Question 35

Which of the following is true of masturbation in marriage?

A)It can be a pleasant adjunct to marital sex.
B)It is a sure sign of an unfaithful marital relationship.
C)It cannot provide sexual gratification.
D)It is an indicator that the person has psychological problems.

Question 36

Married men and women experience greater satisfaction in sexual intercourse compared to cohabiting couples.This greater satisfaction can be attributed to

A)habituation.
B)the sexual exclusivity associated with marriage.
C)the limitations placed on emotional commitment between married couples.
D)the sexual liberty associated with long-term commitments.

Question 37

Which of the following reasons is responsible for the rise in cohabiting couples?

A)adverse economic conditions
B)more job opportunities
C)low cost of living
D)spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Question 38

Which of the following is true of sexual patterns in marriage?

A)Sexual patterns tend to stay the same over the years.
B)Sex inevitably becomes duller as marriage wears on.
C)Sexual patterns are not impacted by having a child.
D)Sexual patterns can change during the course of a marriage.

Question 39

According to the National Health and Social Life Survey (NHSLS)data,which of the following is true of mouth-genital techniques in marital sex?

A)Much larger percentages of women over age 50 as compared to those under 50 have given or received oral sex in their lifetime.
B)A majority of women reported that their partners had stimulated their genitals orally.
C)Less than 5 percent of women had stimulated their partners orally.
D)Women who have attended college are more likely to refrain from mouth-genital techniques than women who did not complete high school.

Question 40

According to research,men and women who are cohabiting

A)do not plan to marry their partners.
B)are concerned about the stability of their relationship.
C)are most often above the age of 60.
D)have infrequent to no sex with their partners.

Question 41

Clara and Jake have been married for three years,during which time they have had several extramarital affairs.These affairs,which were purely sexual,were entered into with the consent of the other partner.This is an example of

A)secret nonmonogamy.
B)romantic infidelity.
C)open nonmonogamy.
D)polygamy.

Question 42

_____ is a social-psychological theory that,when applied to patterns of extramarital sex,states that people mentally calculate the benefits and costs for them in a relationship.

A)Endogamic theory
B)Evolutionary theory
C)Exogamic theory
D)Equity theory

Question 43

Stuart and Andrea have been married for the last 8 years.He is a partner at a law firm,and she is a full-time homemaker.Andrea is an excellent cook,manages their home well,and is always supportive of Stuart and his work.Stuart,however,rarely compliments her or acknowledges her efforts.According to equity theory,_____.

A)Stuart's rewards are greater than Andrea's rewards
B)Stuart's inputs are greater than Andrea's inputs
C)Andrea's rewards are greater than Stuart's rewards
D)Andrea's inputs are less than Stuart's inputs

Question 44

In open swinging,_____.

A)the pairs get back together for sex in the same room for at least part of the time
B)homosexual acts between women are prohibited
C)homosexual acts between men are frequent
D)two couples meet,exchange partners,and each pair goes off separately to a private place

Question 45

Which of the following relationship characteristics is most likely to be associated with a greater likelihood of infidelity?

A)a relationship in which both partners have satisfying careers
B)a relationship in which the partners communicate well with each other
C)a relationship in which one partner abuses alcohol
D)a relationship in which both partners express sexual satisfaction

Question 46

According to the Kinsey Institute's online survey about infidelity in couples,which of the following is true of men and women who reported cheating?

A)They had lower scores on sexual inhibition and higher scores on sexual excitation.
B)They reported higher rates of happiness and satisfaction in their existing relationships.
C)They were from high income groups.
D)They were strongly affiliated with religious institutions.

Question 47

Leslie feels ignored by her partner.According to equity theory,which of the following is she most likely to do to restore equity in the relationship?

A)subject her spouse to the silent treatment
B)dress more provocatively to please him
C)take more trouble over her appearance
D)cook him his favorite dishes

Question 48

Which of the following is true of mate retention tactics?

A)They are most likely to be used when an individual perceives his or her relationship to be secure.
B)They are used most frequently by men and seldom by women.
C)They are used most frequently by women and seldom by men.
D)They are most likely to be used when an individual perceives that his or her partner is dissatisfieD.

Question 49

Which of the following is true of swinging?

A)It is performed without the knowledge of the other partner.
B)It requires the consent of all partners involved.
C)It is a culturally acceptable form of extramarital sex.
D)It is the most common form of extramarital sex and involves a majority of people.

Question 50

Which of the following is true of attitudes toward extramarital sex?

A)A person who approves of extramarital sex is more likely to engage in extramarital sex than the person who disapproves of it.
B)Most people in the United States approve of extramarital sex.
C)Attitudes toward extramarital sex are good predictors of extramarital sexual behavior.
D)Attitudes toward extramarital sex are not good predictors of extramarital sexual behavior.

Question 51

According to the longitudinal study by DeMaris that followed 1,270 married respondents over a 20-year period,who among the following was more likely to report problems due to infidelity?

A)Respondents who had experienced a trial separation.
B)Respondents who had spent more time in activities with their spouses.
C)Respondents who had just one biological child.
D)Respondents who had given themselves low scores for their physical attractiveness.

Question 52

Which of the following is true of a cyberaffair?

A)It does not involve a sexual relationship.
B)It may sometimes involve masturbation.
C)It does not constitute infidelity to most people.
D)It strictly does not have a romantic aspect.

Question 53

In _____ swinging,two couples meet and exchange partners,and each pair goes off separately to a private place to have intercourse,returning to the meeting place at an agreed-upon time.

A)open
B)free
C)closed
D)adaptive

Question 54

Mate retention tactics are most likely to be used

A)by individuals who suspect that their partners are losing interest.
B)by unattached individuals trying to attract partners.
C)exclusively in relationships that both partners consider stable and secure.
D)only by single individuals and never by cohabiting or married couples.

Question 55

According to researchers,which of the following individuals is most likely to give a higher probability of infidelity?

A)Harry,who scores low on impulsiveness
B)Gordon,who scores high on narcissism
C)Pamela,who scores low on neuroticism
D)Elise,who scores high on emotional intelligence

Question 56

Which of the following does research suggest of people who engage in swinging?

A)The majority of them are African Americans.
B)The majority of them are transgenders.
C)The majority of them are white.
D)The majority of them are uneducateD.

Question 57

Michael felt that he had not been receiving enough attention from his wife over the last year.As a result of this,he began an extramarital affair with his coworker.Which theory helps us understand what motivated Michael to have the affair?

A)swinging theory
B)evolutionary theory
C)endogamic theory
D)equity theory

Question 58

_____ is a form of extra-relationship sex in which married couples exchange partners with other couples,or engage in sexual activity with a third person,with the knowledge and consent of all involved.

A)Cottaging
B)Swinging
C)Serial monogamy
D)Polyamory

Question 59

From an evolutionary perspective,men who seek out the "other woman" will

A)produce more offspring,carrying the genetic makeup that leads to extra-relationship liaisons.
B)strengthen their marital bonds.
C)have more stable family lives.
D)enable them to acquire extra goods and services that enhances their offspring's chances for survival.

Question 60

Which among the following does research indicate about extramarital sex?

A)Blacks have the same rate of extramarital sex as whites.
B)Of all ethnic groups,extramarital sexual activity is highest among Hispanics.
C)People from higher income groups are more likely to indulge in extramarital sex.
D)Extramarital sex is more common among those who rarely or never attend religious services.

Question 61

_____ is a period lasting about 15 or 20 years (from about ages 45 to 60)during which a woman's body makes the transition from being able to reproduce to not being able to reproduce.

A)Circadian rhythm
B)The climacteric
C)The refractory period
D)Puberty

Question 62

Which of the following conditions is characterized by porous and brittle bones?

A)menarche
B)osteoporosis
C)ovulation
D)archenteric pouch

Question 63

What do polyamory and swinging have in common?

A)Both polyamory and swinging are socially acceptable forms of sexual behavior.
B)Both polyamory and swinging are treated with negativity by member outside the communities.
C)Both polyamory and swinging are examples of monogamous behavior.
D)Both polyamory and swinging involve no aspects of sexual intimacy.

Question 64

Osteoporosis is caused by

A)a decline in estrogen levels.
B)the onset of puberty.
C)the onset of menarche.
D)an increase in estrogen levels.

Question 65

The climacteric

A)lasts from about ages 45 to 60 in women.
B)occurs over a 10-year period,on average.
C)marks the onset of menarche in young girls.
D)marks a period of heightened fertility.

Question 66

The period during which the ovaries decline in function is called the _____.

A)circadian rhythm
B)andropause
C)climacteric
D)refractory period

Question 67

Which of the following is true of the climacteric?

A)It is experienced exclusively by young men.
B)It includes menopause-the cessation of menstruation.
C)It occurs most frequently in young girls.
D)It marks a period of increased fertility in women.

Question 68

Which of the following is a benefit of hormone therapy (HT)for the treatment of symptoms of menopause in women?

A)It delays the onset of menopause.
B)It protects women from osteoporosis.
C)It reduces the risk of venous thrombosis.
D)It prevents the occurrence of stroke.

Question 69

Which of the following is true of polyamory?

A)It refers to a purely short-term sexual relationship that one man shares with many women.
B)It refers to a purely sexual relationship that one woman shares with many men without the knowledge of her spouse.
C)It is typically long-term and can involve people of different sexual orientations.
D)It is typically short-term and is conducted without the knowledge of all spouses.

Question 70

How does polyamory differ from swinging?

A)Unlike polyamory,swinging involves no sexual intimacy.
B)Unlike swinging,polyamory emphasizes long-term intimate relationships.
C)Unlike polyamory,swinging is socially acceptable.
D)Unlike swinging,polyamory focuses primarily on sexual gratification.

Question 71

Which of the following is characteristic of the climacteric?

A)It marks the onset of menarche in young women.
B)It is marked particularly by a decline in the functioning of the ovaries.
C)It occurs during the first stage of puberty in young women.
D)It results in an increase in the production of sex hormones in women.

Question 72

In what way do divorcees differ from widows?

A)Divorcees are less motivated to engage in sex as a prelude to remarriage than widows.
B)Widows are less likely to be financially secure than divorcees.
C)Widows are more likely than divorcees to engage in postmarital sex.
D)Divorcees are more likely than widows to engage in postmarital sex.

Question 73

Why do people become swingers?

A)because it is the only socially acceptable form of extramarital sex
B)because it is the most common form of extramarital sex
C)because its "culturally forbidden" aspect gives them pleasure and excitement
D)because it is the only form of extramarital sex sanctioned by religion

Question 74

The nonpossessive,honest,responsible,and ethical philosophy and practice of loving multiple people simultaneously is called _____.

A)androgyny
B)misogyny
C)singleism
D)polyamory

Question 75

Which of the following is true about hormone therapy (HT)for the treatment of symptoms of menopause in women?

A)It makes the elderly more vulnerable to osteoporosis.
B)It prevents the occurrence of stroke.
C)It increases the risk of venous thrombosis.
D)It increases vaginal dryness.

Question 76

_____ is the cessation of menstruation.

A)Menarche
B)Menopause
C)Catamenia
D)Menses

Question 77

Fiona,a 47-year-old woman,experiences hot flashes and excessive sweating during her sleep.She has also been feeling depressed lately.Given her age,
These are most likely the symptoms that accompany _____.

A)menarche
B)the refractory period
C)menopause
D)puberty

Question 78

Which of the following occurs as a result of aging ovaries?

A)increased production of progesterone
B)increased production of estrogen
C)decline in the output of eggs
D)decline in the production of sperm

Question 79

Tim,Lauren,and Shelby are in a relationship with each other.The three of them share sexual intimacy and a close loving bond.This type of relationship is referred to as _____.

A)polyamory
B)androgyny
C)misogyny
D)monogamy

Question 80

Which of the following does research suggest is a prerequisite for polyamory?

A)high social status
B)negligible access to resources
C)low economic status
D)strong religious values