Question 1

Most married people,when asked,say they have sex __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most married people,when asked,say they have sex...

Question 2

Ellen is a sociologist interested in studying how the gender revolution has impacted the composition of sexes in various fields of employment.She will study the percentage of males to females in specific occupations.Ellen is likely to utilize an index that will measure __________.

Accepted Answer

Ellen is interested in studying the composition of sexes in various fields of employment, which is an indicator of occupational sex segregation - the degree to which men and women are distributed across occupations. Therefore, it is likely that Ellen will utilize an index that measures occupational sex segregation. The other options (B, C, and D) are not directly relevant to Ellen's research question.

Question 3

Which of the following statements supports the conclusion that surprisingly few gender expectations have changed in the romantic and sexual realm despite women's growing economic equality with men?

Accepted Answer

This statement shows that there is still a gender expectation in the sexual realm where men are expected to take the lead in initiating sex. This expectation has remained despite women's growing economic equality.

Answer: D
 This statement shows that despite women's growing economic equality, the majority of women still retain their birth-given names at marriage indicating that the traditional gender expectation of women taking on their husband's surname has not changed significantly.

Question 4

Ben is interested in conducting research that looks at the sexual behavior of unmarried adults.He wants to utilize surveys that come from a sample with responses that are representative of the U.S.population.Ben is likely to use which research strategy?

Accepted Answer

Ben is interested in generalizing his research findings to the U.S. population, which requires a probability sample that is representative of the population. Option B (random-assignment experiments) is not applicable in this scenario since Ben is interested in surveying participants' sexual behavior rather than manipulating an independent variable. Participant observation (Option C) and content analysis (Option D) are unlikely to provide representative data on the sexual behavior of unmarried adults in the U.S. population.

Question 5

According to researchers Michael et al.(1994),__________ was seen as more appealing to members of the younger generation than to people of other generations.

Accepted Answer

According to the given study by Michael et al. (1994), oral sex was seen as more appealing to members of the younger generation than to people of other generations. Therefore, the best choice is A.

Question 6

Mary has a very busy life.As a result,she prefers casual sexual liaisons with no expectation of a relationship to ensue.To Mary,__________ is ideal.

Accepted Answer

Mary prefers casual sexual liaisons with no expectation of a relationship. A hookup best fits this description as it is typically a one-time sexual encounter without any expectation of a relationship or commitment. The other choices involve some level of emotional attachment or commitment, which Mary is not looking for.

Question 7

Joseph was born a biological male.He always felt that he was supposed to be female and eventually had surgery to correct his perceived incorrect assignment.Joseph now lives as Josephine.Josephine is an example of a __________.

Accepted Answer

Josephine is a transgendered individual because she was assigned male at birth but identifies and lives as a female after undergoing surgery to correct her perceived incorrect assignment. Sexual orientation (such as being lesbian, bisexual, or homosexual) refers to a person's attraction to others, whereas gender identity refers to a person's internal sense of their gender.

Question 8

Carrie and Steven plan to marry next summer and decide to move in together until the wedding.Carrie and Steven are engaging in what sociologists refer to as __________.

Accepted Answer

Cohabitation refers to two unmarried individuals living together in a romantic relationship.

Question 9

Since the 1960s,the average age at marriage has__________.

Accepted Answer

The average age at marriage has risen since the 1960s.

Question 10

Researchers attribute the incidence of births outside of marriage among individuals with lower levels of income and education to __________.

Accepted Answer

Researchers attribute the incidence of births outside of marriage among individuals with lower levels of income and education to inconsistent use of birth control. This suggests that lack of access to or knowledge of effective birth control methods contributes to unplanned pregnancies and subsequent childbirth outside of marriage.

Question 11

The gender gap in orgasm is narrowest in __________.

Accepted Answer

According to research, the gender gap in orgasm is narrowest in relationships of six or more months. Long-term relationships provide partners with the opportunity to establish trust, communication, and sexual compatibility, which may lead to more frequent and satisfying orgasms for both partners.

Question 12

Which of the following is not a plausible explanation for the increase in the typical number of sexual partners among the generation of Americans under 45?

Accepted Answer

Lower incidence of sex before marriage would not lead to an increase in the typical number of sexual partners among the generation under 45.

Question 13

Tom has been casually dating several women for the past year.He has been described as a "player" by his friends.Rosa,on the other hand,has been criticized for dating several men at the same time.This scenario is indicative of __________.

Accepted Answer

This scenario highlights a double standard of sexuality in which men who date multiple people are often applauded while women who do the same are criticized or labeled negatively. This double standard has long been present in society and reflects a larger issue of gender inequality.

Question 14

Kendra is an introductory sociology student.For a class project,she decides to study messages in the mass media.She notices that there are very few role models for young gays and lesbians.Kendra concludes that the messages in the media reflect __________.

Accepted Answer

Heteronormativity refers to the societal assumption that heterosexuality is the norm and that other sexual orientations are abnormal or deviant. The lack of representation or positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ individuals in the media reflects this assumption and reinforces the idea that being straight is the only socially acceptable option.

Question 15

After dating exclusively for four years,George and Michael would like to get married.In 2012,they would be able to marry in all of the following places except for __________.

Accepted Answer

In 2012, same-sex marriage was temporarily legal in California due to the passing of Proposition 8, but then a court ruling halted it again. Therefore, George and Michael would not be able to marry in California at that time. Same-sex marriage was legal in Norway, the Netherlands, and Massachusetts in 2012.

Question 16

Which of the following statements about gender equality is true?

Accepted Answer

While societal norms around sex before marriage have become more liberal over time, the behaviors and expectations of men and women, in many contexts, still largely adhere to traditional gender roles and expectations. This indicates that despite changes in some attitudes, the evolution towards gender equality in terms of behaviors and expectations is slow.

Question 17

In the 1960s,it was more possible for young adults to have sex and delay marriage until after college without fear of pregnancy thanks to __________.

Accepted Answer

The availability of the birth control pill made it possible for young adults to have sex without fear of pregnancy and delay marriage until after college.

Question 18

When Ashley's parents drop her off at school,she immediately goes to the bathroom and applies makeup.In this scenario,the agent of socialization impacting her immediate behavior is __________.

Accepted Answer

Ashley's immediate behavior of applying makeup is influenced by her female peers as they may be setting certain beauty standards and expectations in her social group.

Question 19

Marcus has been ridiculed and harassed at school for being gay.His classmates shun his company and he has been the victim of numerous threats.Marcus is fearful for his life.He is the victim of __________.

Accepted Answer

Marcus is experiencing homophobia, which is a fear or hatred of LGBTQ+ individuals. This is evidenced by the fact that his classmates are shunning his company and threatening him solely because of his sexual orientation. Heteronormativity refers to the assumption that heterosexuality is the norm or default sexual orientation, and while this may be contributing to Marcus' mistreatment, it is not the primary factor. The double standard of sexuality refers to a societal expectation that men can be promiscuous while women should be chaste, and stereotyping refers to generalizing characteristics of a certain group of people, neither of which apply to Marcus' situation.

Question 20

The highest rate of births outside of marriage occurs among __________.

Accepted Answer

The highest rate of births outside of marriage occurs among lower-income men and women who do not finish college, according to multiple studies and data analyses.

Quiz 11: Gender and Sexuality