Question 1

What was the controversy surrounding the 2011 J Crew ad?

Accepted Answer

The controversy surrounding the 2011 J Crew ad was that it featured the president of the company, Jenna Lyons, painting her son's toenails pink. Some individuals criticized the ad for promoting gender non-conformity in children.

Question 2

_______ typically has a specific purpose whereas _______ is typically to portray sexuality for the sake of sexuality.

Accepted Answer

Erotica is intended to evoke sexual feelings but with a specific purpose or artistic expression in mind, while pornography is created purely for the sake of sexual arousal and gratification. Fresco refers to a painting technique, and obscenity refers to something that is offensive or immoral, particularly in terms of sexual content.

Question 3

All of the following are true about sexuality portrayed on television EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

While sexuality is often portrayed on television without a discussion of contraception or values/morals, it is not always the case that contracting sexually transmitted infections is common. In fact, this is not typically shown on television and would likely be considered too explicit or inappropriate for most audiences. As for whether people regret their sexual activity, this may be portrayed in different ways depending on the show or storyline, so it cannot be definitively stated that people do or do not regret their actions.

Question 4

If you want to see competent women on TV, your best bet is to watch:

Accepted Answer

Soap operas often feature strong and competent female characters.

Question 5

In the U.S., the courtroom definition of "obscenity" includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The courtroom definition of "obscenity" includes the appeal to prurient interest, lacks any serious value, and offends contemporary community standards. However, it does not include promoting sexual harassment or violence, as that falls under a separate category of illegal conduct.

Question 6

In a study comparing advertisements from 1964 to 1984, what did the findings reveal?

Accepted Answer

The study revealed that the percentage of advertisements portraying sexuality did not change from 1964 to 1984, but by 1984 sexual images were more visually explicit.

Question 7

In recent years, what is the approximate percentage of those arrested for possession of child pornography with images of children less than three years old?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 20% of those arrested for possession of child pornography have images of children less than three years old.

Question 8

If you are watching the average prime time network TV show, and a couple has sexual intercourse, about what percentage of the time will they be in an established relationship?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

According to your text, what was an important influence on the early development of pornography?

Accepted Answer

The early development of pornography was largely influenced by the invention of the printing press, which made it easier and cheaper to produce and distribute erotic literature and images.

Question 10

Studies find that 70% of shows on TV includes some sexual content and shows average ______ sexual episodes per hour.

Accepted Answer

According to research, shows on TV average 5-6 sexual episodes per hour, and 70% of shows include some sexual content.

Question 11

When did the concept of pornography as a separate and distinct category emerge in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

The concept of pornography as a separate and distinct category emerged in the mid-1800s in the U.S. with the rise of mass-produced, cheaply available erotic literature and stereographs. This led to a moral panic and the establishment of laws banning obscene materials.

Question 12

Many movies are made into two or three versions. The least sexually explicit version is for release in _______, a more explicit copy is released in _______, and the third even more explicit version is released to DVD.

Accepted Answer

The United States typically has stricter censorship laws than Europe, which would require a less sexually explicit version to be released in theaters. Japan also has strict censorship laws, but they tend to focus more on violence rather than sexual content, so it is less likely that a more explicit copy would be released there. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it fits the pattern described.

Question 13

The "typical" individual arrested for internet-related possession of child pornography is:

Accepted Answer

Research and statistics on internet-related child pornography offenses often indicate that the typical individual arrested is an unmarried Caucasian male over the age of 25.

Question 14

Considering advertisers know that "sex sells", what is the purpose of their advertising methods?

Accepted Answer

Advertisers use sexual imagery to get your attention, physically arouse you, and create positive associations with their product, ultimately leading to increased sales.

Question 15

On what basis has the 1986 Attorney General's Commission on Pornography been criticized?

Accepted Answer

The 1986 Attorney General's Commission on Pornography has been criticized for relying heavily on testimony from experts and laypersons who mostly supported restricting or eliminating sexually graphic materials. This has been perceived as a biased approach that did not consider all viewpoints and put too much emphasis on the opinions of those who already held a particular stance on pornography.

Question 16

According to your text, what are two important factors in the past quarter-century that led to news organizations dealing more openly with human sexuality issues?

Accepted Answer

The Bill Clinton/Monica Lewinsky affair brought discussions of sexual scandals to the forefront of news coverage, and the AIDS epidemic brought attention to the importance of education and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. Both of these factors contributed to news organizations dealing more openly with human sexuality issues.

Question 17

What is the best category for nude sculptures of gods used in religious ceremonies?

Accepted Answer

Decorum refers to the appropriateness or decency of something in a particular setting, and is often used in reference to art. Nude sculptures of gods used in religious ceremonies would be considered appropriate in their religious context, and therefore the best category would be decorum. Choices A and B are not appropriate because they suggest a sexual connotation that does not apply to religious art. Fresco refers specifically to a painting technique, not a category of sculpture.

Question 18

What Constitutional Amendment would someone most likely reference if they were against government attempts to regulate pornography?

Accepted Answer

The First Amendment protects freedom of speech and expression, which includes the production and consumption of pornography. Those who oppose government regulation of pornography would likely argue that such regulations violate the First Amendment.

Question 19

In determining if something is obscene, what factor is related to if it is characterized by lascivious thought?

Accepted Answer

The factor related to if something is characterized by lascivious thought is appeal to prurient interest. This is one of the three factors used in the Miller test to determine whether something is obscene. The other two factors are whether the material is considered offensive and whether it lacks any serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.

Question 20

Why were the ancient erotic materials found in the ruins of Pompeii known to only a few for so many years?

Accepted Answer

Early discoverers of Pompeii, in the 18th century, hid the erotic materials found in the ruins because of the strict Victorian morality of the time. It wasn't until the late 20th century that more widespread knowledge and study of the erotic artifacts took place.

Quiz 18: Sexual Images and Selling Sex