Question 1

We learn our sexual scripts from several sources. Which is NOT one of these sources?

Accepted Answer

Menarche is the onset of menstruation, which is not related to the formation of sexual scripts. The other choices (culture, peers, media, communication with a partner) are all sources from which we learn our sexual scripts.

Question 2

Dwayne is married to Jolene; however, he was curious about sex with a man and decided to try it once. Which of the following best describes Dwayne?

Accepted Answer

Dwayne's single experience does not necessarily change his sexual identity; if he identifies as heterosexual and is married to a woman (Jolene), he can still be considered to have a heterosexual identity. Sexual identity is complex and can be based on a combination of attractions, behaviors, and personal identification.

Question 3

Your membership in certain groups, such as your sex, race, or social class, shapes who you are, the values you hold, and the opportunities and constraints you experience, including with regard to sexuality. This implies:

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that membership in certain groups shapes who you are, which implies that sex is not solely determined by biology, but also has a social aspect. This supports the idea that sex is a social construct as well as a biological one. The other choices are not supported by the statement.

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE regarding sexual orientation?

Accepted Answer

Studies suggest that sexual orientation is likely the result of a complex interplay between biological and social factors. While genetics and hormones may play a role, environmental and social factors may also be important.

Answer: B 
 According to the most recent Gallup poll on the topic, approximately 4.5 percent of Americans identify as LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender) when given the choice between five categories: straight, gay or lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or unsure. This percentage is lower than the 10-15 percent commonly cited in surveys, likely because the Gallup poll includes people who identify as transgender and unsure in addition to those who identify as gay or lesbian.

Answer: C 
 The most recent surveys suggest that men are more likely than women to identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual. For example, according to the 2017 Gallup poll, 4.7 percent of men and 3.9 percent of women identified as LGBT.

Answer: D 
 While public attitudes towards homosexuality have become more accepting in recent years, surveys suggest that a majority of Americans still view homosexuality as morally unacceptable. However, attitudes vary considerably by age, with younger generations being more accepting of homosexuality than older generations.

Answer: E 
 Homophobia refers to a fear or hatred of homosexuality, not to having a homosexual identity. It is a term used to describe prejudiced attitudes or discriminatory behaviors towards LGBTQ+ individuals.

Question 5

Kate's __________ is female, her __________ is feminine, and her __________ is homosexual.

Accepted Answer

- Sex refers to a person's biological characteristics, such as male or female.
- Gender refers to the social and cultural expectations and roles assigned to males and females. It is a social construct and can vary across different cultures and contexts.
- Sexual orientation refers to a person's enduring emotional, romantic, or sexual attractions to men, women, or both. It is not related to a person's gender or sex.
Therefore, choice D is the best answer as it correctly identifies the different aspects of Kate's identity.

Question 6

Men are granted far more leeway in sexual behavior than are women, and this is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe the phenomenon in which men are allowed to engage in more sexually permissive behavior without negative societal consequences, whereas women are judged and often shamed for similar behavior, is known as the double standard.

Question 7

The norms or rules regarding sexual behavior are called:

Accepted Answer

The norms or rules regarding sexual behavior are called "sexual scripts." Sexual scripts refer to the learned expectations of how sexual encounters should take place and what roles individuals should play during them. These expectations are largely shaped by cultural and social factors and can vary by gender, sexual orientation, and other factors.

Question 8

Individuals who manifest characteristics, behaviors, or self-expressions associated typically with the other gender are called:

Accepted Answer

Individuals who manifest characteristics, behaviors, or self-expressions associated typically with the other gender are called transgender.

Question 9

__________ believed we are all born with biologically-based sex drives. These drives must be channeled through socially approved outlets, he believed; otherwise, the individual will experience conflict within himself or herself, with the family, or with society at large.

Accepted Answer

This statement describes the beliefs of Sigmund Freud, who is known for his psychoanalytic theories on human behavior and sexuality. Freud believed in the existence of a biologically-based sexual drive, which he called the libido, and that this drive had to be channeled through socially acceptable means for a person to have a healthy psychological development. He also emphasized the importance of the family and societal norms in shaping an individual's sexual behaviors and desires.

Question 10

Estelle works at the Kinsey Institute and researches human sexuality. Her title is probably:

Accepted Answer

Estelle's job involves researching human sexuality, which aligns with the field of sexology. The other choices (psychosexual theorist, morologist, biologist, and datumist) do not specifically relate to the study of human sexuality.

Question 11

Marty was born with sexual anatomy that does not fit the typical definitions of what is considered female or male. He has some features of both. This term is called:

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe someone born with sexual anatomy that does not fit typical definitions of male or female is "intersexed". Dual-sex is not commonly used in this context and may be confusing. Same-sex refers to sexual orientation, not biological sex. Menarche is the onset of menstruation in females, and transsexual refers to individuals who identify as a gender different from the sex they were assigned at birth.

Question 12

Sex refers to __________ and gender refers to __________.

Accepted Answer

Sex refers to biological differences and roles in reproduction, while gender encompasses the roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men and women.

Question 13

The images of early American sexuality are of prim and proper Puritans and sexually repressed Victorians. Who perpetuated these views?

Accepted Answer

Religious and medical authorities played a significant role in perpetuating views of early American sexuality as repressed and strictly regulated. The Puritanical beliefs of early American colonizers, as well as Victorian-era ideas about sex and morality, were largely propagated and enforced by these types of authority figures.

Question 14

__________ is/are known for the understanding of the sexual response cycle-(1)desire; (2)excitement; (3)orgasm; and (4)resolution-and found that men and women experience these states in a similar fashion. This work enlightened us about the source of women's pleasure-the clitoris-and debunked previous myths that some women have orgasms originating in their vaginas.

Accepted Answer

Masters and Johnson are known for their research on the sexual response cycle, which encompasses the four stages of desire, excitement, orgasm, and resolution. They found that men and women experience these stages similarly, and also uncovered the role of the clitoris in female pleasure, which prior to their work was mostly misunderstood or ignored.

Question 15

Our culture prohibits sex with animals, children, and, unless you live in a few selected counties in Nevada, someone to whom you have paid money. It does not prohibit sex among unmarried people or those of different religious faiths, races, or ethnic backgrounds. These norms or rules are called:

Accepted Answer

The norms or rules specific to sexual behavior are referred to as sexual scripts. These scripts can vary based on cultural and societal factors, as well as individual preferences and experiences. In the given scenario, the prohibition of sex with certain parties is indicative of the established norms or scripts regarding sexual activity.

Question 16

Which is TRUE regarding the double standard?

Accepted Answer

The double standard is still present and upheld by both men and women, as it reflects deeply ingrained cultural beliefs and stereotypes about gender and sexuality.

Question 17

Among the Mangaia people of Polynesia, both girls and boys are expected to have a high level of sexual desire in early adolescence. In contrast to the Mangaia, the Dani of New Guinea show little interest in sex beyond what is needed for reproduction. This illustrates:

Accepted Answer

The contrasting attitudes towards sex in early adolescence between the Mangaia and Dani indicate that sex is not solely determined by biology but is also influenced by social and cultural factors.

Question 18

Which of the following is a component of the male script?

Accepted Answer

The male script, in the context of societal gender norms and expectations, often emphasizes the importance of a man's status, which can be enhanced by being with a beautiful woman. This reflects a societal value placed on men's social status over their physical appearance.

Question 19

Current estimates of the prevalence of transsexualism are about 1 in __________ for biological males and 1 in __________ for biological females.

Accepted Answer

The most commonly cited estimates for the prevalence of transsexualism are about 1 in 10,000 for biological males and 1 in 30,000 for biological females.

Question 20

What were the views towards masturbation in early America?

Accepted Answer

Masturbation was generally unheard of for women in early America, and it was thought to be dangerous and unhealthy for men. Many believed that it could lead to physical and mental illness, including insanity. The idea that masturbation was a natural part of human sexuality did not gain acceptance until the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Quiz 5: Sexual Identity, Behavior, and Relationships