Exam 9: Sexualities

Many researchers now believe that the development of one's sexual orientation is most likely entirely environmental.

What is homophobia?

The most prominent contributors to the sociological application of queer theory to the understanding of sexualities are Michel Foucault and Judith Butler.

Lesbians have a lower risk for sexually transmitted HIV than heterosexual women.

The world's first fully legal same-sex civil marriages took place in Norway in 1999.

Which of the following is an example of an equal rights group that seeks to end discrimination against gays?

According to Bricker and Greenspon (2001), heterosexuals find it acceptable for gays to work in certain professions and not others.

According to research conducted by Patterson (2001), how do the great majority of children with lesbian or gay parents identify themselves when they grow up?

Bisexuals are, by definition, non-monogamous.

The Canadian constitution prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation.

In what ways are heterosexuals victimized by homophobia and heterosexism?

Gender identity and gender expression are essentially interchangeable terms.

In which year did the federal government pass a law that made gay marriage legal across all of Canada?

According to the 2001 Canadian census, what percentage of female same-sex couples have children living with them?

What are some of the strategies currently being used in Canada to reduce prejudice and discrimination against gays?

What is the most common objection to same-sex marriage?

According to the textbook, in some countries individuals found guilty of engaging in same-sex sexual behaviour may receive the death penalty. How many countries?

Individuals who are biphobic often believe that bisexuals are actually homosexuals who are afraid to acknowledge their real identity.

List and describe any four aspects of Canadian culture that contribute to anti-gay attitudes.

The term "sexual orientation" refers to the classification of individuals as heterosexual, bisexual, or homosexual. Which of the following is this classification based on?