Question 1

What are victim blaming and the ignoring or normalization of sexual violence against women examples of?

Accepted Answer

Victim blaming and normalization of sexual violence against women are both examples of attitudes and behaviors that contribute to rape culture, which normalizes and condones sexual violence and places the blame and responsibility on the victim rather than the perpetrator. This perpetuates gender inequality and sexism, which are also related to rape culture, but A) rape culture is the most specific and accurate answer.

Question 2

What impact has technology had on intimate relationships?

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Question 3

Which term best describes the situation when men receive praise for the number of women they have had sex with and women are called names and ridiculed for the same behaviours?

Accepted Answer

The sexual double standard refers to the societal belief that men are praised and celebrated for their sexual behavior and conquests, while women are shamed and ridiculed for engaging in similar behavior. This double standard perpetuates damaging gender stereotypes and contributes to harmful societal attitudes towards women's sexuality.

Question 4

Which term refers to the suggestion that women invite sexual violence or deserve to be sexually assaulted because they dress or behave in ways that are considered to be sexually suggestive?

Accepted Answer

This term is victim blaming, which places responsibility for sexual violence on the victim rather than the perpetrator. It is a harmful belief that can contribute to a culture that tolerates sexual violence.

Question 5

What percentage of Ontarians disapproved of the recent curriculum changes?

Accepted Answer

According to a survey conducted by Forum Research in 2018, 36% of Ontarians disapproved of the recent curriculum changes. Therefore, C) is the correct choice.

Question 6

Which term refers to the state of being in love or romantically involved with more than one person at a time?

Accepted Answer

Polyamory refers to the state of being in love or romantically involved with more than one person at a time. Polygamy refers to the practice of having more than one spouse, which is often associated with religious or cultural traditions. Polyandry refers specifically to the practice of a woman having multiple husbands. Monogamy refers to the practice of being in a committed relationship with one person at a time.

Question 7

Which term refers to attraction to females, women, and/or femininity?

Accepted Answer

"Gynesexual" refers specifically to attraction to females, women, and/or femininity, while "androsexual" refers to attraction to males, men, and/or masculinity. "Lesbian" specifically describes women who are attracted to other women, and "pansexual" refers to attraction regardless of gender.

Question 8

Explain the difference between sexual identity, sexual expression, and sexual orientation.

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Question 9

Ola was sexually assaulted.Upon reporting to police, she was questioned about whether or not she had been drinking, what clothing she was wearing, and if she had chosen to be alone with the individual who assaulted her.What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of victim blaming, which is the act of questioning or blaming the victim for their own assault rather than focusing on the perpetrator's actions. The questions asked by the police suggest that Ola may have been partially responsible for her assault because of her actions, attire or choices she made, which is not an acceptable way to approach sexual assault cases.

Question 10

Carla reported being raped to the police.Upon receiving her statement, they told her that if she were to take this to court she would likely lose because there were no witnesses and it was a "he said, she said" situation.What is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of rape culture, which normalizes, trivializes, and accepts sexual violence by suggesting that without witnesses, the victim's account is not sufficient, thereby undermining the seriousness of the accusation and perpetuating a culture that disbelieves and silences victims.

Question 11

According to Chamorro-Premuzic, how has technology changed the process of dating?

Accepted Answer

According to Chamorro-Premuzic, technology has changed the process of dating by making it more gamified and sexualized. Apps like Tinder and Bumble have turned the process of finding a partner into a game-like experience, where people swipe left or right based on physical attraction alone. This can lead to a more disposable approach to dating, where people are quick to move on to the next match instead of investing time and effort into building a relationship.

Question 12

"Human Development and Sexual Health" falls under the Healthy Living sections of school curriculum.What percentage of the curriculum overall does it account for?

Accepted Answer

"Human Development and Sexual Health" typically accounts for about 10% of the overall Healthy Living curriculum in schools.

Quiz 5: Sexuality