Chapter 11 Student Quiz

. The shift away from using the term sexual orientation to the newer term affectional orientation is based on the concept that ________.

the term sexual orientation is ambiguous

sexual orientation is a dated term

many people do not understand what it actually means

sexual orientation oversimplifies what orientation actually is

. Which of the following statements about homosexuality is true*a) The word homosexual did not enter the English language until 1869

The word homosexual did not enter the English language until 1869.

While homosexuality has always been recognized and acknowledged, bisexuality has not.

The term "homosexual" is the preferred self-descriptor for most people with a same-sex orientation.

All of the above are correct statements about homosexuality.

. What is one of the important factors a person considers when adopting a certain sexual identity?

That their sexual behaviour must match their identity

That they are "out" and living their sexual identity in the real world

That the sexual identity adopted has some personal significance to them

That there is flexibility over time in a sexual identity and therefore a person should not become too attached to the label they have chosen

. Which of the following statements about asexuality is true?

Asexuality is best characterized as a lack of sexual desire for other people.

Asexual people are less interested in sex than individuals of other orientations.

Asexual people report lower rates of masturbation than individuals of other orientations.

The sexual response and sexual behaviour of asexual people is remarkably homogeneous.

. Heterosexism is best described as ________.

a prejudice against straight people

the implicit notion that heterosexuality is the norm

discrimination against gay men and lesbian women

an individual hiding or ignoring their same-sex attractions

. The current state of research regarding conversion therapies suggests which of the following?

It is possible to "pray the gay away."

Conversion therapy has worked best for those individuals who go on to assume prominent roles in the ex-gay movement.

There is overwhelming research evidence that people can permanently change their sexual orientation from same-sex-oriented to different-sex-oriented.

Conversion therapy has largely ignored the affectional component of orientation.

. According to biological explanations, which of the following does not appear to play a role in the development of affectional orientation?

Age of puberty onset

The fertility of relatives

The birth order of the individual

Immunological factors

. Which of the following statements is true regarding psychosocial explanations for the development of affectional orientation?

We learn our sexual orientation from our parents.

Child sexual abuse can influence later affectional orientation.

Affectional orientation seems to develop differently in men and women.

Social and cultural factors have a significant impact on our ability to fall in love with people of particular genders/sexes.

. The process of telling another person or other people your sexual and/or identity label is known as ________.

identity disclosure

self-identification

affectional realization

"outing"

. According to your textbook, some believe that bisexuality is most similar to which of the following affectional orientations?

Pansexuality

Asexuality

Heterosexuality

Homosexuality

. Which of the following statements regarding consensually non-monogamous (CNM) couples is false?

CNM gay couples are as satisfied in their relationships as monogamous gay couples.

CNM relationships are becoming more common among people in relationships.

Single Americans as a group tend to disapprove of, and not engage in, CNM relationships.

CNM relationships are common among transgender, lesbian, and bisexual individuals.

. According to your textbook, which couples have the most sex?

Mixed-sex couples

Gay male couples

Lesbian couples

Transgender couples

. What is the most common sexual practice among men who have sex with men?

Oral sex

Anal intercourse

Mutual masturbation

Tribadism

. Research has shown that ________.

parental sexual orientation is unrelated to outcomes regarding socialization of children

psychological outcomes are generally better when two parents raise children instead of one

parental gender, marital status, and sexual identity does not affect child socialization

there is research evidence supporting all of the above statements

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