Question 1

Heterosexual people are as likely to be labeled by their sexual orientation as persons who are gay, lesbian, or bisexual.

Accepted Answer

Heterosexuality is often considered the societal norm, so heterosexual people are less likely to be labeled by their sexual orientation compared to those who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual, who may be more frequently identified by their sexual orientation due to societal biases and norms.

Question 2

According to the University of Chicago-established criteria for identifying people as homosexual, engaging in a homosexual act does not necessarily classify a person as homosexual.

Accepted Answer

The University of Chicago's criteria consider self-identification and consistent patterns of attraction, not just isolated acts, to classify someone as homosexual.

Question 3

Gay men and lesbians often are stereotyped as being sexually compulsive and sexually predatory.

Accepted Answer

Stereotypes about gay men and lesbians often include misconceptions about their sexual behavior, portraying them as sexually compulsive or predatory, despite these being unfounded generalizations.

Question 4

Roman Catholics are the only religious group that condones homosexuality.

Accepted Answer

No major religious group universally condones homosexuality; views vary widely within and among different religious traditions, including Roman Catholicism, which traditionally opposes homosexual acts but calls for respect and compassion towards homosexual individuals.

Question 5

State sodomy laws once criminalized oral or anal intercourse between persons of the same sex.

Accepted Answer

Sodomy laws historically criminalized certain sexual acts, including oral and anal intercourse, often targeting same-sex relationships.

Question 6

Domestic partnership rights include the right to file joint income tax returns and immunity from having to testify in court against a spouse.

Accepted Answer

Domestic partnership rights vary by jurisdiction and typically do not include the same legal benefits as marriage, such as filing joint tax returns or spousal testimonial privilege.

Question 7

Child rearing among same-sex couples is more prevalent in the southern regions of the U.S.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that a higher percentage of same-sex couples raising children are found in the southern United States compared to other regions.

Question 8

When "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" was repealed, the law immediately went into effect.

Accepted Answer

The repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" was signed into law in December 2010, but it did not go into effect until September 20, 2011, after a certification process.

Question 9

For many years, homosexuals were psychologically classified as mentally ill.

Accepted Answer

Historically, homosexuality was classified as a mental disorder by organizations like the American Psychiatric Association until it was removed from the DSM in 1973.

Question 10

Symbolic interactionists view homosexuality as having a biological basis.

Accepted Answer

Symbolic interactionists focus on the social and cultural meanings and interactions related to homosexuality, rather than its biological basis.

Question 11

According to the text, homosexuals, bisexuals, and transgender persons in the United States

Accepted Answer

The Bureau of the Census does not specifically ask about sexual orientation, making it difficult to count homosexuals, bisexuals, and transgender persons accurately.

Question 12

According to sociologists, homophobia

Accepted Answer

Homophobia is defined as excessive fear or intolerance of homosexuality, often leading to discrimination or prejudice against homosexuals. It is not biologically determined or a medically recognized phobia, and it poses significant risks to LGBTQ+ individuals.

Question 13

How does homophobia differ from other prejudices like racism and sexism?

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Question 14

According to the text, stereotypic beliefs about lesbians and gay men

Accepted Answer

Stereotypic beliefs about lesbians and gay men contribute to discrimination and social inequalities, hindering their ability to achieve equal rights.

Question 15

Which of the world's religions does not condemn homosexuality?

Accepted Answer

Buddhism generally does not have a central authority or scripture that explicitly condemns homosexuality, and its teachings often focus on individual understanding and compassion.

Question 16

Which mainstream Christian denomination changed its ordination policies in 2011 so that openly gay and lesbian persons in same-sex relationships could be ordained as ministers, elders, and deacons in the church?

Accepted Answer

In 2011, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) voted to allow the ordination of openly gay and lesbian individuals in same-sex relationships, changing its ordination policies to be more inclusive.

Question 17

Which of the following statements most accurately describes laws regarding homosexuality in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court invalidated sodomy laws in 2003 with the landmark decision in Lawrence v. Texas, which ruled that such laws were unconstitutional.

Question 18

Cohabitation is defined as

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation refers to partners who live together without being legally married, which aligns with option B.

Question 19

In addition to the District of Columbia, how many states have legalized gay marriage?

Accepted Answer

As of the time when the data was last updated, six states had legalized gay marriage in addition to the District of Columbia.

Question 20

According to estimates, how many children are being raised by gay or lesbian parents?

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Quiz 6: Inequality Based on Sexual Orientation