Question 1

People's preference for sexual partners of the same sex, the opposite sex, or both sexes indicates their ________.

Accepted Answer

Sexual orientation refers to a person's emotional and physical attraction to same-sex individuals, opposite-sex individuals, or both sexes. Gender role refers to societal expectations for behaviors, attitudes, and personality traits associated with being male or female. Sexual script refers to the norms, expectations, and rules that dictate sexual behavior. Sexual desire refers to a person's level of sexual interest or appetite.

Question 2

The sexual drive that makes us receptive to sexual activity is called ________.

Accepted Answer

Sexual desire is the term used to describe the sexual drive or urge that makes us receptive to engaging in sexual activity. Sexual orientation refers to a person's enduring pattern of emotional, romantic or sexual attractions to men, women or both genders. Sexual identity is how a person perceives and labels their own sexual orientation, such as heterosexual, gay, or bisexual. Sexual scripts are socially learned guidelines that dictate how sexual experiences should be enacted.

Question 3

Which of the following is a micro reason why people engage in extramarital sex?

Accepted Answer

Revenge or retaliation is a micro reason for engaging in extramarital sex because it is driven by personal emotions and motivations, rather than larger societal or economic factors.

Question 4

Which of the following is a reason why there has been a decline of teen sexual intercourse since the early 1990s?

Accepted Answer

Values and practical considerations, such as fear of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, have been found to be one of the main reasons for the decline in teen sexual intercourse since the early 1990s. Research has also shown that many teenagers engage in non-penetrative sexual behaviors, such as oral and anal sex, and believe that they have not engaged in "real sex," which might explain why option A is not correct. Option B is also not fully accurate as some teens who engage in sexual activities may still consider themselves as "virgins" if they have not engaged in penile-vaginal intercourse. Option D does not have any evidence to support it as a reason for the decline in teen sexual intercourse.

Question 5

Pablo, a 33-year-old man, likes dressing up as a woman.However, he does not consider himself a woman.In this scenario, Pablo can be classified as a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

Pablo's behavior of dressing up as a woman but not identifying as one suggests that he is a transvestite. Transvestism refers to the act of dressing up as the opposite gender for various reasons, such as entertainment or sexual pleasure, without necessarily identifying as that gender. Asexuality, transsexuality, and intersexuality refer to different aspects of gender identity and expression that do not apply to Pablo's situation.

Question 6

Why do STDs have more serious and frequent complications in women?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Patrick lacks any interest in or desire for sex.Patrick can be categorized as a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

Asexual is the correct choice as it refers to individuals who lack any interest in or desire for sexual activity with others. Bisexual, intersexual, and homosexual are not appropriate choices as they refer to an individual's sexual attraction or identity towards a particular gender(s).

Question 8

________ refers to arousal of sexual feelings without an external stimulus.

Accepted Answer

Autoeroticism refers to sexual arousal and pleasure that is self-generated, without any external stimulation such as physical touch, images or sounds. It can include activities such as masturbation or fantasy.

Question 9

Which of the following traits is common to homosexual men and heterosexual women?

Accepted Answer

Both homosexual men and heterosexual women are sexually attracted to men.

Question 10

Jacob and Amy had been dating for more than a year.Recently, Jacob found out that Amy cheated on him.Feeling betrayed and hurt, he engaged in a physical relationship with Marie in order to get back at Amy.Jacob having sex with Marie can be attributed to ________ reasons.

Accepted Answer

Jacob's decision to engage in a physical relationship with Marie was motivated by his desire to attain a goal, namely, to get back at Amy for cheating on him. This is evidenced by the fact that he did not have any emotional or physical attraction towards Marie, but used her as a means of revenge.

Question 11

Which of the following is a similarity between transsexuals and intersexuals?

Accepted Answer

Both transsexuals and intersexuals do not conform to the sexes that were assigned to them at birth. Transsexuals identify with a gender that is opposite to what they were assigned at birth, while intersexuals have ambiguous or atypical genitalia or chromosomes.

Answer: D 
 None of the options given relate to a fear of homosexuality. This is not a characteristic of either transsexuals or intersexuals.

Question 12

The belief that being straight is superior to and more "natural" than being gay is called ________.

Accepted Answer

Heterosexism is the belief that heterosexuality is the superior sexual orientation and that other sexual orientations are abnormal, unnatural, or inferior. Misandry is the hatred or prejudice against men, biphobia is a fear or hatred of bisexuality, and androgyny refers to a blending or mixing of gender roles or characteristics.

Question 13

Which of the following is true of sexual identity?

Accepted Answer

Sexual identity refers to an individual's awareness of themselves as male or female. It is often influenced by both biological and social factors. It is not a unidimensional concept, as it can encompass a range of experiences and identities. While it does involve physiological aspects, such as biology and hormones, it also includes sociological aspects such as cultural norms and expectations.

Question 14

Ideally, ________ should be a child's first and best sex educators.

Accepted Answer

Parents are the child's first and most influential teachers, and sexual education is a topic that needs to be addressed early on, in an age-appropriate manner. Parents who take an open and honest approach to discussing sexuality can provide their children with accurate information, prepare them to make informed decisions, and help them develop healthy relationships. While peers, school, and church can also serve as sources of information, parents remain the primary sexual educators.

Question 15

Javier and Maria are attracted to both males and females.They can be classified as ________.

Accepted Answer

Javier and Maria are attracted to both males and females, which means they are bisexuals. Homosexuals are attracted to the same gender, heterosexuals are attracted to the opposite gender, and transsexuals are individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth.

Question 16

________ specifies the formal or informal norms for acceptable or unacceptable sexual activity, including which individuals are eligible sexual partners, and the boundaries of sexual behavior.

Accepted Answer

Sexual script specifies the norms and expectations surrounding sexual behavior that is learned through socialization and experience. It includes information on who can be a sexual partner, what activities are acceptable, and the role of both partners in the sexual encounter. It can be influenced by cultural and social factors, such as religion, family values, media, and peer pressure. Gender roles and sexual orientation may also play a part in shaping sexual scripts, but they are not the same as a sexual script. Sexual identity refers to an individual's self-perception of their own sexual orientation and gender identity, which may or may not align with societal expectations or sexual scripts.

Question 17

Amanda is a 24-year-old woman who is sexually attracted to other women.She is a ________.

Accepted Answer

Amanda's sexual attraction to women indicates that she is exclusively attracted to individuals of the same gender, making her a homosexual woman. Heterosexual individuals are exclusively attracted to individuals of the opposite gender, bisexual individuals are attracted to both genders, and being transsexual refers to an individual's gender identity not aligning with their biological sex.

Question 18

Which of the following is an accurate statement about sexually transmitted infections and diseases?

Accepted Answer

This is an accurate statement about sexually transmitted infections and diseases. Many STIs can be asymptomatic, meaning that the infected person does not show any symptoms but can still transmit the infection to others. It is important to practice safe sex and get tested regularly to prevent the spread of STIs.

A) is incorrect because syphilis is not the most common STI. 
B) is incorrect because while HIV can be treated with antiretroviral drugs, there is currently no cure for AIDS. 
C) is incorrect because there are actually more than 20 types of STIs.

Question 19

Pierre is a 35-year-old man who is sexually attracted to women but not men.He is a ________.

Accepted Answer

Pierre is a heterosexual man because he is sexually attracted to women.

Question 20

The biological aspects of sexuality that include experiencing pleasure or orgasm is called ________.

Accepted Answer

Sexual response refers to the physiological and psychological responses that occur during sexual activity, including experiencing pleasure or orgasm. Gender role refers to societal expectations for behaviors and attitudes deemed appropriate for men and women. Sexual identity refers to a person's sense of themselves in terms of their sexual attraction and orientation. Sexual script refers to the cultural guidelines for sexual behaviors and expectations.

Quiz 7: Sexuality and Sexual Expression throughout Life