Question 1

Who was one of the earliest contributors to sexual behavioural research and administered the first large-scale sex survey?

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

From the sociological perspective,if you were to state that a particular institution was an important source for norms where various types of sexual behaviour are viewed as being wrong,such as extramarital sex,the institution that you would be referring to would be

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The institution referred to in the question is religion, as it is often a source of moral and ethical teachings which shape cultural norms around sexual behavior. Many religious traditions view extramarital sex as a sin or immoral, and therefore serve as a socializing agent for these norms.

Question 3

How does gender schema theory explain why stereotypes about homosexuals,heterosexuals,males,females,sexual behaviour,etc. ,are very slow to change?

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Gender schema theory suggests that we process information and remember events and people in ways that align with our existing stereotypes, making these stereotypes slow to change. This is because our cognitive frameworks (schemas) influence how we interpret and recall information, reinforcing pre-existing beliefs and stereotypes.

Question 4

At the macro level of analysis,our sexuality would be interpreted to be influenced by all EXCEPT for which one of the following?

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Sexual orientation is actually a direct factor in shaping individual sexuality and cannot be excluded from macro level analysis. Factors like family, religion, and the economy have an indirect influence on sexuality through cultural norms, values, and beliefs.

Question 5

If we are studying two societies in relation to their views on prostitution and we find that in one,prostitution is legal and in the other,it is not,the social system or institution that we are examining is

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The fact that one society has legalized prostitution and the other has criminalized it indicates that we are examining the role of the law and legal institutions in shaping social attitudes and behaviors towards prostitution. The other options - medicine, family, and religion - may also have an impact on views towards prostitution in society, but are not directly related to the legal status of prostitution.

Question 6

Which of the following is TRUE regarding sexual behaviour and the institution of medicine?

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Medicine has expanded its role in aspects of sexuality, such as childbirth, which it used to have little involvement in. A is not correct as physicians in the late 1800s indicated masturbation could cause numerous pathologies. C is not correct as sex therapists often prescribe masturbation as a treatment. D is not correct as medicine has had a significant impact on our sexuality over the last 100 years.

Question 7

Under Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau,an omnibus bill was passed that made the use of contraception legal and allowed consenting adults to legally have oral and anal sex.These sweeping changes were introduced in

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The changes mentioned in the question were introduced under the tenure of Pierre Elliot Trudeau as the Prime Minister of Canada. The year in which an omnibus bill was passed to make the use of contraception legal and allowed consenting adults to have oral and anal sex was 1969. Therefore, option C) 1969 is the best choice.

Question 8

In the examination of the effects of social institutions for differences in sexual behaviour,Byers and Slattery (1997)observed that it is difficult to support a family on the salary earned in most jobs in Russia.In contrast,a prostitute may earn the equivalent of a monthly salary in just a few hours.As a result,many prostitutes in Russia are highly educated.Which sociological institution is concerned?

Accepted Answer

The examination pertains to the effects of social institutions, and the observation made is about the economic institution in Russia, where most jobs do not pay enough to support a family, leading to an increase in the number of highly educated prostitutes who make more money in a few hours of work.

Question 9

Which of the following is the BEST example of the medicalization of sexuality in the 21^st century?

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The medicalization of sexuality refers to the process by which normal sexual experiences and behaviors are conceptualized and treated as medical conditions. In this scenario, the man seeking a pill to help him attain an erection is an example of medicalization, as he is seeking a medical solution to a sexual issue. The other options (see a sex therapist, menstrual pain, STI treatment) do involve medical care, but they are not necessarily examples of medicalization of sexuality.

Question 10

Which one of the following is MOST LIKELY to be FALSE concerning the legal system and sexuality?

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It is unlikely that all laws concerning sexuality will be in everyone's best interest as different individuals and groups may have different needs and perspectives regarding sexuality. Additionally, laws can be influenced by societal biases and prejudices, which may not necessarily serve the best interest of all individuals.

Question 11

A man walks into a woman's office,shuts the door,and opens his coat to reveal that he is naked.The woman approaches the man and kisses him passionately.A cognitive psychologist might expect the woman to have mentally done what?

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A cognitive psychologist would expect the woman to perceive the man as attractive and non-threatening due to the pattern of sexual arousal towards individuals who are perceived as physically attractive and non-threatening.

Question 12

Why are most of us anxious to know the gender of a newborn child before we interact with the child?

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Knowing the gender of a newborn child helps us organize knowledge so that we can think and act appropriately. For example, we might use different terms of endearment or play with the child differently depending on whether they are a boy or a girl. It allows us to make assumptions about what toys or activities might interest the child, which can help us bond with them more easily.

Question 13

A young man is surfing the Internet for sexually explicit images.As he scans the images,he begins to get an erection.He comes across a website that shows adults dressed like cartoon characters engaged in oral sex.He thinks to himself "arg,that's weird and perverted." He instantly loses his sexual arousal.This scenario demonstrates which theory?

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This scenario demonstrates cognitive theory, specifically how our thoughts and perceptions can influence our sexual arousal and response. The young man's thoughts about the website being "weird and perverted" caused him to lose his arousal.

Question 14

Jane meets an old friend,Deb,at the grocery store.Deb has a new baby.The first thing Jane says to Deb is,"Is it a boy or a girl?" Jane's desire to know this information lends support to the theory of

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Jane's desire to know the gender of the baby indicates that she has a pre-existing schema or mental framework for categorizing people based on their gender. This is consistent with the concept of gender schemas, which are the beliefs and expectations that individuals develop about gender based on societal and cultural norms.

Question 15

On the way to work you see a female ballerina,a male body-builder,and a female construction worker.According to gender schema theory,which of the following are you likely to remember?

Accepted Answer

Gender schema theory suggests that we are more likely to remember information that is consistent with our gender stereotypes. A female ballerina and a male body-builder fit common gender stereotypes, while a male construction worker is also more stereotypical than a female construction worker, making option C the most likely to be remembered according to this theory.

Question 16

Which of the following was NOT mentioned in your textbook as having been illegal in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Sex between two unmarried persons has never been illegal in Canada, whereas the other activities listed have been illegal at some point in Canadian history.

Question 17

The institution in North American society,which is most responsible for norms and values relating to the prohibitions against homosexual sex,is

Accepted Answer

Throughout history, religion has often played a significant role in shaping societal attitudes towards homosexuality. Many religions have traditionally condemned homosexual behavior, which has, in turn, influenced the way individuals and families view it. Religious institutions have also been influential in shaping laws and policies related to same-sex relationships. While the family and education can play a role in shaping attitudes towards homosexuality, they are generally not as powerful as religious institutions in this regard. The economy, on the other hand, is not typically seen as having a significant role in shaping sexual norms and values.

Question 18

Sociologists view societal influences on human sexuality occurring at a number of levels.The institution of the family is an example of such an influence at the

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The institution of the family is a societal influence that operates at a macro-level, meaning it affects society as a whole rather than individuals or small groups. Sociologists often focus on macro-level factors in their analysis of social phenomena, including human sexuality. Examples of other macro-level factors that influence human sexuality include laws and policies, cultural norms and values, and economic systems.

Question 19

Jeannie's mother was happy to have a husband who brought home a pay check every two weeks and was a good man.For her,these characteristics were enough for her to have sex with her husband.Jeannie wants to fall in love with someone who will become her partner both in marriage and in sex.This is an example of how the _____________ institution has changed and the ________________ ideology guides sexual behaviour.

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Jeannie's desire for a partner who fulfills both the role of a spouse and a sexual partner reflects the changing familial institution. The desire for relational ideology, wherein individuals seek love and emotional fulfillment in addition to fulfilling roles within the family, guides sexual behavior.

Question 20

Which theorist would modify a person's sexual thoughts or fantasies to improve his or her sexual functioning?

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A cognitive theorist believes that modifying a person's sexual thoughts or fantasies will lead to better sexual functioning. They believe that by changing a person's thought process, they can positively influence their behavior.

Quiz 2: Theoretical Perspectives on Sexuality