Question 1

In the context of contemporary sexual attitudes and practices, a majority of adults aged 45 and older agree that:

Accepted Answer

Many adults aged 45 and older value having a satisfying sexual relationship, but it is often not their top priority compared to other aspects of life such as emotional connection, companionship, or personal well-being.

Question 2

Which of the following statements describes the phenomenon of "the feminization of higher education"?

Accepted Answer

Women across all racial and ethnic groups are more likely than men to finish college.

Question 3

Marie is a preschool teacher. Ninety-three percent of her colleagues are female. This stark imbalance in gender ratio is an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

The stark imbalance in gender ratio among Marie's colleagues, with 93% being female, is an example of occupational sex segregation, which refers to the concentration of a particular gender in certain occupations or industries.

Question 4

Teenagers are more likely to engage in sex at any early age if they:

Accepted Answer

Teenagers who use alcohol or other drugs or experience domestic violence are more likely to engage in early sexual activity due to the influence of risky behaviors and unstable environments.

Question 5

The people of a town called Bridgedale look down on women who have multiple sexual partners. However, men can have as many partners as they wish. Some people even expect girls to have sex only after marriage. In this scenario, people of Bridgedale display _____.

Accepted Answer

The scenario describes a sexual double standard, where different sets of sexual norms are applied to men and women, allowing men more sexual freedom than women.

Question 6

Two of the most controversial and politically contested issues continue to be abortion and _____.

Accepted Answer

Same-sex marriage, like abortion, has been a highly debated and politically charged issue, often involving discussions about rights, morality, and legal recognition.

Question 7

Smith was born with male genitals. However, he wears makeup, earrings, skirts, tops, and heels although these are not associated with his sex. From the information given in this scenario, we can conclude that Smith is most likely a(n):

Accepted Answer

Smith's choice of clothing and accessories traditionally not associated with his male sex, without any mention of his gender identity being different from his sex, suggests he is a cross-dresser. Cross-dressing refers to wearing clothes traditionally associated with the opposite sex, without necessarily identifying as a different gender.

Question 8

Which of the following statements best illustrates a gender stereotype?

Accepted Answer

The statement "He is firm; she is stubborn" illustrates a gender stereotype by attributing a positive connotation to a behavior when it's associated with a male (firm) and a negative connotation to the same behavior when it's associated with a female (stubborn).

Question 9

Sandra is amazed at the choice of clothes of her six-year-old daughter, Maggie. She notices that Maggie has developed a fashion sense, which she insists on following. She also changes her clothing style according to those worn by her favorite TV stars. This is an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

Maggie's behavior reflects the increasing hypersexualization of women, where even young girls are influenced by media representations to adopt certain styles or behaviors that are sexually suggestive or mature beyond their age. This is evident in Maggie's desire to emulate the clothing styles of her favorite TV stars, which likely embody such hypersexualized trends.

Question 10

Which of the following is true of abortions?

Accepted Answer

The abortion rate increased during the 1970s, largely due to the legalization of abortion in several countries, including the United States following the Roe v. Wade decision in 1973. This legal change made abortions more accessible and reported, leading to an increase in the recorded abortion rate.

Question 11

Lisa has a number of close friends of both sexes. However, she is not attracted to either sex. In this scenario, Lisa is _____.

Accepted Answer

Lisa's lack of sexual attraction to either sex suggests she is asexual. Asexuality is the lack of sexual attraction to others, or low or absent interest in or desire for sexual activity.

Question 12

Which of the following is a common characteristic of most women who get abortions?

Accepted Answer

Most women who get abortions have incomes near or below the poverty level, indicating that economic factors play a significant role in the decision to terminate a pregnancy.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is true in the context of gender, family life, and work conflicts?

Accepted Answer

There are documented gender differences in parenting tasks, with mothers and fathers often engaging in different types of caregiving and household responsibilities. This reflects broader societal norms and expectations about gender roles within the family.

Question 14

On a physical level, a legal abortion in the first trimester (up to 12 weeks):

Accepted Answer

Legal abortions in the first trimester are generally considered to be very safe, with major complications being extremely rare. Statistically, the risk of death associated with childbirth is approximately 14 times higher than that with abortion in the first trimester.

Question 15

In the context of gender disparity in U.S. elective offices, women are the most underrepresented as _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the context of gender disparity in...

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true of the gender pay gap?

Accepted Answer

The gender pay gap is a well-documented phenomenon where, on average, women earn less than men. This discrepancy is often quantified by stating that women must work additional time to earn what men do in a year, reflecting systemic inequalities rather than differences in qualifications or hours worked.

Question 17

_____ are social structures that enable people's unequal access to wealth, power, status, prestige, opportunity, and other valued resources because of their sex.

Accepted Answer

Gendered institutions are social structures that create and perpetuate gender inequalities, affecting access to various resources and opportunities based on sex.

Question 18

_____ is a fear and hatred of lesbians and gays.

Accepted Answer

Homophobia refers to fear, hatred, discomfort with, or mistrust of people who are lesbian, gay, or bisexual.

Question 19

Which of the following is a major reason for the decrease in abortion rates?

Accepted Answer

Greater access to emergency contraception has been a significant factor in reducing the rate of unintended pregnancies, which in turn has contributed to a decrease in abortion rates. Emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, offering a critical window to avoid unintended pregnancy.

Question 20

Jonathan's parents suspect that he is gay, and they decide to have a discussion with him about it. They want Jonathan to conform to the societal norms of heterosexuality. In this scenario, Jonathan's parents are apprehensive of his _____.

Accepted Answer

Jonathan's parents are concerned about his sexual orientation because they suspect he is gay and want him to conform to societal norms of heterosexuality. Sexual orientation refers to an individual's pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to others.

Quiz 9: Gender and Sexuality