Question 1

The period of the mid 1970s to the mid-1990s in the United States is often referred to as the "sexual revolution"

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Explain what is meant by "the core of critical thinking is skepticism."

Accepted Answer

The phrase "the core of critical thinkin

Question 3

Considering the historical perspective on sexuality, which of the following best summarizes attitudes toward masturbation across cultures and time?

Accepted Answer

A) Masturbation has been tolerated in some cultures, but is currently tolerated more than in any other historical era. 
B) Masturbation is universally considered negatively, though some cultures are less negative than others. 
C) Masturbation has been condemned, tolerated, or encouraged depending on the culture and era. 
D) It is only in recent history that masturbation has been seen as an alternative to sexual intercourse. 
A) Masturbation has been tolerated in some cultures, but is currently tolerated more than in any other historical era. 
B) Masturbation is universally considered negatively, though some cultures are less negative than others. 
C) Masturbation has been condemned, tolerated, or encouraged depending on the culture and era. 
D) It is only in recent history that masturbation has been seen as an alternative to sexual intercourse.

Question 4

As variations are introduced through genetic changes, mutations

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A) occur methodically. 
B) are non-adaptive. 
C) are subject to natural selection. 
D) impair reproductive success. 
A) occur methodically. 
B) are non-adaptive. 
C) are subject to natural selection. 
D) impair reproductive success.

Question 5

What event may have reinforced many gay activists' resolve to speak out and not remain silent?

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A) The AIDS epidemic 
B) The barring of homosexuals from St. Patrick's Day parades 
C) Laws restricting homosexuals from adopting children 
D) Passage of sodomy laws in several states 
A) The AIDS epidemic 
B) The barring of homosexuals from St. Patrick's Day parades 
C) Laws restricting homosexuals from adopting children 
D) Passage of sodomy laws in several states

Question 6

According to Ford and Beach's survey of 200 preliterate societies, kissing was

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A) rarely a part of sexual activity. 
B) a part of sexual activity in all societies. 
C) common only in societies with written languages. 
D) common, but not universal. 
A) rarely a part of sexual activity. 
B) a part of sexual activity in all societies. 
C) common only in societies with written languages. 
D) common, but not universal.

Question 7

Briefly explain the concept of evolution and discuss the application of natural selection to sexual behavior.

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Evolution is the process by which specie

Question 8

Many religious followers accept sexual moral codes set by their religion because they

Accepted Answer

A) can logically derive them from societal needs. 
B) have faith and commitment. 
C) can rationally obtain them from societal needs. 
D) can make personal interpretations. 
A) can logically derive them from societal needs. 
B) have faith and commitment. 
C) can rationally obtain them from societal needs. 
D) can make personal interpretations.

Question 9

Throughout most of human history, women have held rights and opportunities equal to those of men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Evidence shows that men show greater erotic plasticity than women do.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following was a teaching of early Christians that demonstrates their association of sex with sin?

Accepted Answer

A) Divorce was legal only in the case of adultery. 
B) Prostitution was only acceptable for unmarried men or widowers. 
C) Christian men could only take up to four wives, but only until one wife was able to bear a child. 
D) Celibacy was the ideal, but marriage was acceptable. 
A) Divorce was legal only in the case of adultery. 
B) Prostitution was only acceptable for unmarried men or widowers. 
C) Christian men could only take up to four wives, but only until one wife was able to bear a child. 
D) Celibacy was the ideal, but marriage was acceptable.

Question 12

During the Protestant Reformation, Martin Luther and John Calvin

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A) agreed with the Roman Catholic doctrine that priests should remain celibate. 
B) split from the Roman Catholic doctrine and disputed their view on sexuality. 
C) retained the belief that sex in marriage was only allowed for procreation. 
D) believed that sexuality led to immortality. 
A) agreed with the Roman Catholic doctrine that priests should remain celibate. 
B) split from the Roman Catholic doctrine and disputed their view on sexuality. 
C) retained the belief that sex in marriage was only allowed for procreation. 
D) believed that sexuality led to immortality.

Question 13

In a conservative Islamic society, a woman may unveil her face if she avoids eye contact with men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following correctly summarizes one major finding from the cross-species perspective on human sexuality?

Accepted Answer

A) Male-male and female-female sexual behavior is only found in humans and has not been observed in any non-human animal species. 
B) Foreplay is a uniquely human behavior, with no analogue found in any species of mammal, including the great apes and lower primates. 
C) The vast majority of animal copulation takes place in a face-to-face position, much like the primary sexual position of humans. 
D) The "higher" the species of mammal that is observed, the more likely their sexual behavior will be controlled by learning and experience rather than instinct. 
A) Male-male and female-female sexual behavior is only found in humans and has not been observed in any non-human animal species. 
B) Foreplay is a uniquely human behavior, with no analogue found in any species of mammal, including the great apes and lower primates. 
C) The vast majority of animal copulation takes place in a face-to-face position, much like the primary sexual position of humans. 
D) The "higher" the species of mammal that is observed, the more likely their sexual behavior will be controlled by learning and experience rather than instinct.

Question 15

All of the following are stages of Freud's psychosexual development EXCEPT

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A) mental. 
B) oral. 
C) anal. 
D) latency. 
A) mental. 
B) oral. 
C) anal. 
D) latency.

Question 16

List three influences the biological perspective may have on research in human sexuality.

Accepted Answer

1. Genetics and Evolution: The biologica

Question 17

Graham invented the graham cracker to help young men control their sexual appetites.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following could serve as a basis for a legalistic approach to ethical behavior?

Accepted Answer

A) Legal documents 
B) The creed of a religion 
C) Policies and mandates 
D) The love for others 
A) Legal documents 
B) The creed of a religion 
C) Policies and mandates 
D) The love for others

Question 19

Which of the following best reflects the beliefs of someone using a legalist value system?

Accepted Answer

A) An unhappy marriage should be prolonged to better serve his or her spouse. 
B) An unhappy marriage should be prolonged to better serve his or her three children. 
C) An unhappy marriage should not be prolonged because of personal consequences. 
D) An unhappy marriage should not be ended because of religious traditions. 
A) An unhappy marriage should be prolonged to better serve his or her spouse. 
B) An unhappy marriage should be prolonged to better serve his or her three children. 
C) An unhappy marriage should not be prolonged because of personal consequences. 
D) An unhappy marriage should not be ended because of religious traditions.

Question 20

Compare and contrast Eastern and Western religious traditions and describe the impact of each tradition on sexual practices.

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Eastern and Western religious traditions

The period of the mid 1970s to the mid-1990s in the United States is often referred to as the "sexual revolution"

Explain what is meant by "the core of critical thinking is skepticism."

Considering the historical perspective on sexuality, which of the following best summarizes attitudes toward masturbation across cultures and time?

As variations are introduced through genetic changes, mutations

What event may have reinforced many gay activists' resolve to speak out and not remain silent?

According to Ford and Beach's survey of 200 preliterate societies, kissing was

Briefly explain the concept of evolution and discuss the application of natural selection to sexual behavior.

Many religious followers accept sexual moral codes set by their religion because they

Throughout most of human history, women have held rights and opportunities equal to those of men.

Evidence shows that men show greater erotic plasticity than women do.

Which of the following was a teaching of early Christians that demonstrates their association of sex with sin?

During the Protestant Reformation, Martin Luther and John Calvin

In a conservative Islamic society, a woman may unveil her face if she avoids eye contact with men.

Which of the following correctly summarizes one major finding from the cross-species perspective on human sexuality?

All of the following are stages of Freud's psychosexual development EXCEPT

List three influences the biological perspective may have on research in human sexuality.

Graham invented the graham cracker to help young men control their sexual appetites.

Which of the following could serve as a basis for a legalistic approach to ethical behavior?

Which of the following best reflects the beliefs of someone using a legalist value system?

Compare and contrast Eastern and Western religious traditions and describe the impact of each tradition on sexual practices.

Research Methods in Human Sexuality

Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Sexual Arousal and Response

Gender Identity, Gender Roles, and Gender Differences

Attraction and Lovebinding Forces

Relationships and Communication

Sexual Behaviors and Fantasies

Sexual Orientation

Conception, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Sexuality in Childhood and Adolescence

Sexuality in Adulthood

Sexual Dysfunctions

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Atypical Sexual Variations

Sexual Coercion

Commercial Sex

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Exam 1: What Is Human Sexuality

The period of the mid 1970s to the mid-1990s in the United States is often referred to as the "sexual revolution"

Explain what is meant by "the core of critical thinking is skepticism."

Considering the historical perspective on sexuality, which of the following best summarizes attitudes toward masturbation across cultures and time?

As variations are introduced through genetic changes, mutations

What event may have reinforced many gay activists' resolve to speak out and not remain silent?

According to Ford and Beach's survey of 200 preliterate societies, kissing was

Briefly explain the concept of evolution and discuss the application of natural selection to sexual behavior.

Many religious followers accept sexual moral codes set by their religion because they

Throughout most of human history, women have held rights and opportunities equal to those of men.

Evidence shows that men show greater erotic plasticity than women do.

Which of the following was a teaching of early Christians that demonstrates their association of sex with sin?

During the Protestant Reformation, Martin Luther and John Calvin

In a conservative Islamic society, a woman may unveil her face if she avoids eye contact with men.

Which of the following correctly summarizes one major finding from the cross-species perspective on human sexuality?

All of the following are stages of Freud's psychosexual development EXCEPT

List three influences the biological perspective may have on research in human sexuality.

Graham invented the graham cracker to help young men control their sexual appetites.

Which of the following could serve as a basis for a legalistic approach to ethical behavior?

Which of the following best reflects the beliefs of someone using a legalist value system?

Compare and contrast Eastern and Western religious traditions and describe the impact of each tradition on sexual practices.

Research Methods in Human Sexuality

Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology

Sexual Arousal and Response

Gender Identity, Gender Roles, and Gender Differences

Attraction and Lovebinding Forces

Relationships and Communication

Sexual Behaviors and Fantasies

Sexual Orientation

Conception, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Sexuality in Childhood and Adolescence

Sexuality in Adulthood

Sexual Dysfunctions

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Atypical Sexual Variations

Sexual Coercion

Commercial Sex

Filters