Question 1

Why does Wade describe the practice of "hooking up" as a "culture"?
A) It's a set of beliefs, practices, identities, norms, and modes of enforcement that influence not only those who hook up but also many others on college campuses.
B) It's practiced by people who've rejected the dominant culture to follow their own way of life.
C) Cultures, once adopted by individuals, remain a lasting part of their lives, distinguishing them always from others who don't share the same culture.
D) Its strangeness makes it an object of scorn and derision by cultural elites, often leading to penalties and even ostracism by the dominant society.

Accepted Answer

Wade specifically states that "hooking up" is "a set of beliefs, practices, identities, norms, and modes of enforcement" that have a broad influence on college campuses beyond just those who participate in it. This aligns with the definition of a cultural phenomenon.

Question 2

When Lisa Wade talks about gender asymmetry in "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog," she is referring to
A) how women have adopted more of the characteristics of traditional masculinity but men have not adopted the characteristics of traditional femininity.
B) women, rather than men, who are now more likely to initiate an attachment to someone they're interested in.
C) traditional patriarchal practices where men are dominant and in control over women.
D) the end of two genders (male and female), and rather the recognition of gender fluidity, myriad gender, and sexual identifications and attachments.

Accepted Answer

Lisa Wade's gender asymmetry in "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog" refers to how women have adopted more of the characteristics of traditional masculinity, such as being sexually assertive and avoiding emotional attachment, while men have not adopted the characteristics of traditional femininity, such as being emotionally expressive and nurturing. This unequal adoption of gender norms leads to a power dynamic in hook up culture where men hold more power and control.

Question 3

Who is most likely to be "lost in the fog" of hookup culture?
A) international students
B) nontraditional (older or returning) students
C) first-year college students
D) marginal students whose interest in college is weak and whose grades are low or failing

Accepted Answer

First-year college students are new to the college environment and may feel pressure to conform to hookup culture in order to fit in or explore their sexuality. They may also lack the experience and knowledge to navigate relationships and sexual encounters in a healthy way.

Question 4

What does Erving Goffman mean by a "total institution" as discussed in Wade's "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog"?
A) the most bureaucratically structured organization, where literally everything is done "by the book"
B) a place where everything is done for a person, rendering them largely helpless to resist the daily schedule and routine of events
C) an organization, such as a mental institution, army base, prison, etc., that is largely isolated from mainstream society and where all the basic needs of a large number of people are met
D) organizations, such as large corporations, that have all the resources needed to do what they want and rely on no other organization to carry out their "mission"

Accepted Answer

Erving Goffman coined the term "total institution" to describe organizations such as mental institutions, army bases, and prisons that are largely cut off from mainstream society and where all the basic needs of a large number of people are met. These institutions have a highly structured routine that regulates every aspect of a person's life, often leading to a loss of personal autonomy and identity.

Question 5

Hookup culture is a strong force on college campuses, according to Lisa Wade. However,
A) a majority of students would like to have a more long-term relationship than a one-night hookup.
B) when students leave college, they either begin (more conventional) dating or wonder how to date, rather than hooking up with other people.
C) students in the last ten years may be having fewer-but certainly not more-sexual experiences than students in recent decades.
D) All of the above are true.

Accepted Answer

A) According to studies, a majority of college students want more than just casual hookups and desire long-term relationships.
B) After college, many students pursue more conventional forms of dating and relationships, rather than solely engaging in hookups.
C) Studies have found that while hookup culture remains prevalent on college campuses, students may not necessarily be having more sexual experiences than in decades past.

Question 6

Which of the following is TRUE?
A) A hookup is only a hookup if it results in sexual intercourse.
B) Almost all hookups begin and end in fraternity houses.
C) Hookups are largely "scripted," following a rather prescribed path from start to finish.
D) Hookups are always heterosexual; LGBTQ communities use other terms.

Accepted Answer

While hookups can take place in a variety of settings, research suggests that they often follow a similar pattern from start to finish, and may even be expected to follow certain "scripts" or norms around how they are initiated and carried out. A and D are not true, as hookups can include a range of sexual activities and can involve people of any sexual orientation or gender identity. B is also not true, as hookups can occur in a variety of settings, not just fraternity houses.

Question 7

How did Lisa Wade research hookup culture for her essay, "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog"?
A) She had students in several of her sociology classes keep journals that she collected at the end of the term.
B) She analyzed data from a large survey project done over many years by another sociologist.
C) She talked with students wherever she traveled and spoke on college campuses.
D) She used all of the above methods in her research.

Accepted Answer

Lisa Wade used a combination of methods for her research on hookup culture. She had students in her sociology classes keep journals, she analyzed data from a large survey project done by another sociologist over many years, and she talked with students wherever she traveled and spoke on college campuses. Therefore, the best choice is D, as it encompasses all of the above methods.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of hookup culture, according to Lisa Wade?
A) consumption of large amounts of alcohol
B) meaninglessness about the significance of a hookup
C) trust between hookup partners
D) bragging about one's hookup with one's friends

Accepted Answer

Lisa Wade does not mention trust between hookup partners as an aspect of hookup culture. In fact, hookup culture is often characterized by a lack of emotional attachment and commitment, which suggests that trust may not be a common feature. Rather, hookup culture tends to involve casual sexual encounters that are motivated by pleasure-seeking and social status, often facilitated by the consumption of large amounts of alcohol and bragging about one's conquests. The meaninglessness of hookups is also a key aspect of hookup culture, as people may engage in sexual activity without necessarily developing any deeper emotional connections or relationships.

Quiz 9: American Hookup: Deep in the Fog From American Hookup: the New Culture of Sex on Campus

Why does Wade describe the practice of "hooking up" as a "culture"?

When Lisa Wade talks about gender asymmetry in "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog," she is referring to

Who is most likely to be "lost in the fog" of hookup culture?

What does Erving Goffman mean by a "total institution" as discussed in Wade's "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog"?

Hookup culture is a strong force on college campuses, according to Lisa Wade. However,

Which of the following is TRUE?

How did Lisa Wade research hookup culture for her essay, "American Hookup: Deep in the Fog"?

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of hookup culture, according to Lisa Wade?