Question 1

All of the following is true about the Defense of Marriage Act except that it ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  exists in 39 states 
B)  defines marriage as a union of a man and a woman 
C)  allows gay marriages from other states to be recognized on a limited basis 
D)  allows states not to recognize gay marriages that may have formed in other states. 
A)  exists in 39 states 
B)  defines marriage as a union of a man and a woman 
C)  allows gay marriages from other states to be recognized on a limited basis 
D)  allows states not to recognize gay marriages that may have formed in other states.

Question 2

When gay people choose to live a life that is honest and open about their sexual orientation,which of the following has been found to be true?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are unhappier and unhealthier. 
B)  They are tormented by friends and family. 
C)  They are more likely to increase the number of sexual partners. 
D)  They are better able to develop close and mutually satisfying friendships and romantic relationships. 
A)  They are unhappier and unhealthier. 
B)  They are tormented by friends and family. 
C)  They are more likely to increase the number of sexual partners. 
D)  They are better able to develop close and mutually satisfying friendships and romantic relationships.

Question 3

Children who are raised by gay parents ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  are more likely to be gay themselves 
B)  grow up less likely to marry 
C)  grow up as well-adjusted as those raised by heterosexual couples 
D)  are less tolerant of differences in relationships 
A)  are more likely to be gay themselves 
B)  grow up less likely to marry 
C)  grow up as well-adjusted as those raised by heterosexual couples 
D)  are less tolerant of differences in relationships

Question 4

Terrence is a "gay basher." Reaction formation suggests that people like this may be ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  in deep denial that they themselves are closeted homosexuals 
B)  turned on by the thought of hurting a gay person 
C)  unable to control their sexual urges 
D)  fearing for their own safety 
A)  in deep denial that they themselves are closeted homosexuals 
B)  turned on by the thought of hurting a gay person 
C)  unable to control their sexual urges 
D)  fearing for their own safety

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true of the exotic becomes erotic (EBE)theory of sexual orientation developed by Daryl Bem?

Accepted Answer

A)  It considers only biological factors. 
B)  It is designed to explain only homosexuality. 
C)  It suggests that those who have gender-conforming behavior are more likely to develop erotic feelings for the same sex. 
D)  It suggests that gay men and lesbians are more likely to have gender-nonconforming behaviors in childhood. 
A)  It considers only biological factors. 
B)  It is designed to explain only homosexuality. 
C)  It suggests that those who have gender-conforming behavior are more likely to develop erotic feelings for the same sex. 
D)  It suggests that gay men and lesbians are more likely to have gender-nonconforming behaviors in childhood.

Question 6

Compare Jon,who is gay,to his teenage classmate Sid,who is not gay.What we know from the research is that Jon has a ________ rate of psychological adjustment problems including depressions,drug abuse,eating disorders,and homelessness as compared to Sid.

Accepted Answer

A)  lower rate 
B)  similar 
C)  higher rate 
D)  unknown 
A)  lower rate 
B)  similar 
C)  higher rate 
D)  unknown

Question 7

The text highlighted several explanations as to why there has been slow passage of anti-discrimination laws regarding sexual orientation in the United States.Which of the following is an explanation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Legally naming nonheterosexuals as a "protected class" of people in the same vein as members of a particular race or sex is a political hot potato and emotionally charged debate. 
B)  There is significant disagreement regarding the need for such laws for gay men and lesbian women. 
C)  The U.S. Supreme Court must rule on any discrimination laws and they have not taken up the case. 
D)  Gay men already are covered under anti-discrimination law. 
A)  Legally naming nonheterosexuals as a "protected class" of people in the same vein as members of a particular race or sex is a political hot potato and emotionally charged debate. 
B)  There is significant disagreement regarding the need for such laws for gay men and lesbian women. 
C)  The U.S. Supreme Court must rule on any discrimination laws and they have not taken up the case. 
D)  Gay men already are covered under anti-discrimination law.

Question 8

Discuss what is known about homophobia and hate crimes toward gay people.

Accepted Answer

• Homophobia (sometimes referred to as h

Question 9

The brutal abduction,beating,and killing of Wyoming college student ________ in 1998 brought the issue of violence directed at gays to a higher level of public awareness.

Accepted Answer

A)  Matthew Shepard 
B)  Billy Jack Gathier 
C)  Charlie Howard 
D)  Sam Stoner 
A)  Matthew Shepard 
B)  Billy Jack Gathier 
C)  Charlie Howard 
D)  Sam Stoner

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true about sexual orientation and protected classes in discrimination law?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sexual orientation is considered a protected class in all 50 states. 
B)  Sexual orientation is considered a protected class for gay men and not lesbian women. 
C)  Sexual orientation is not a protected class in any U.S. state. 
D)  Sexual orientation is considered a protected class in approximately half of U.S. states. 
A)  Sexual orientation is considered a protected class in all 50 states. 
B)  Sexual orientation is considered a protected class for gay men and not lesbian women. 
C)  Sexual orientation is not a protected class in any U.S. state. 
D)  Sexual orientation is considered a protected class in approximately half of U.S. states.

Question 11

Tim suffers from an extreme fear,discomfort,or hatred of gay and lesbian people.This is defined as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  heterocentrism 
B)  homophilia 
C)  homophobia 
D)  heterosexism 
A)  heterocentrism 
B)  homophilia 
C)  homophobia 
D)  heterosexism

Question 12

What was the Stonewall riot and why is it seen as important in the history of the gay rights movement?

Accepted Answer

• In 1969,homosexuality was against the

Question 13

Which of the following reflects myths and misconceptions about gay and lesbian relationships?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most gay and lesbians want close, enduring romantic relationships. 
B)  The overall relationship satisfaction and quality are about the same for gay and lesbian relationships as for heterosexual relationships. 
C)  Most lesbians and gays have meaningful social support networks. 
D)  Gay and lesbian relationships are more likely to be unhappy and dysfunctional than heterosexual relationships. 
A)  Most gay and lesbians want close, enduring romantic relationships. 
B)  The overall relationship satisfaction and quality are about the same for gay and lesbian relationships as for heterosexual relationships. 
C)  Most lesbians and gays have meaningful social support networks. 
D)  Gay and lesbian relationships are more likely to be unhappy and dysfunctional than heterosexual relationships.

Question 14

The quote by Malcolm Boyd,a gay man and chaplain,was used to demonstrate that ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  individuals of all sexual orientations experience similar attractions, emotions, and attitudes about love and relationships 
B)  gay men have a greater emphasis on the sexual component of their relationships 
C)  both heterosexuals and homosexuals can learn to be bisexual 
D)  discrimination has had both a positive and negative effect on gay relationships 
A)  individuals of all sexual orientations experience similar attractions, emotions, and attitudes about love and relationships 
B)  gay men have a greater emphasis on the sexual component of their relationships 
C)  both heterosexuals and homosexuals can learn to be bisexual 
D)  discrimination has had both a positive and negative effect on gay relationships

Question 15

Jane identifies as a lesbian.If Jane's college experience is like that of many other gay,lesbian,and bisexual students,which of the following statements would be least likely to be true?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is an easy transition and a big relief. 
B)  She may experience hostile campus environments. 
C)  Her college may have programs to reduce homophobic and anti-gay attitudes and discriminatory behaviors. 
D)  She may feel the need to hide her sexual orientation from other students, administrators, and campus health care providers. 
A)  It is an easy transition and a big relief. 
B)  She may experience hostile campus environments. 
C)  Her college may have programs to reduce homophobic and anti-gay attitudes and discriminatory behaviors. 
D)  She may feel the need to hide her sexual orientation from other students, administrators, and campus health care providers.

Question 16

Because the first cases of AIDS in the U.S.were found among young gay men,the researchers originally referred to the illness as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  GMHC: gay men's health crisis 
B)  GRID: gay-related immune deficiency 
C)  GUMP: genital-urological medical problem 
D)  GARC: gay auto-regression crisis 
A)  GMHC: gay men's health crisis 
B)  GRID: gay-related immune deficiency 
C)  GUMP: genital-urological medical problem 
D)  GARC: gay auto-regression crisis

Question 17

What was decided in the 2003 U.S.Supreme Court's Lawrence v.Texas decision?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nonheterosexuals were deemed a protected class in employment discrimination. 
B)  It upheld all sodomy laws in the remaining 14 states of the U.S. 
C)  It negated all sodomy laws in the remaining 14 states of the U.S. 
D)  It legally ensured access to fair housing to nonheterosexuals. 
A)  Nonheterosexuals were deemed a protected class in employment discrimination. 
B)  It upheld all sodomy laws in the remaining 14 states of the U.S. 
C)  It negated all sodomy laws in the remaining 14 states of the U.S. 
D)  It legally ensured access to fair housing to nonheterosexuals.

All of the following is true about the Defense of Marriage Act except that it ________.

When gay people choose to live a life that is honest and open about their sexual orientation,which of the following has been found to be true?

Children who are raised by gay parents ________.

Terrence is a "gay basher." Reaction formation suggests that people like this may be ________.

Which of the following statements is true of the exotic becomes erotic (EBE)theory of sexual orientation developed by Daryl Bem?

Compare Jon,who is gay,to his teenage classmate Sid,who is not gay.What we know from the research is that Jon has a ________ rate of psychological adjustment problems including depressions,drug abuse,eating disorders,and homelessness as compared to Sid.

The text highlighted several explanations as to why there has been slow passage of anti-discrimination laws regarding sexual orientation in the United States.Which of the following is an explanation?

Discuss what is known about homophobia and hate crimes toward gay people.

The brutal abduction,beating,and killing of Wyoming college student ________ in 1998 brought the issue of violence directed at gays to a higher level of public awareness.

Which of the following statements is true about sexual orientation and protected classes in discrimination law?

Tim suffers from an extreme fear,discomfort,or hatred of gay and lesbian people.This is defined as ________.

What was the Stonewall riot and why is it seen as important in the history of the gay rights movement?

Which of the following reflects myths and misconceptions about gay and lesbian relationships?

The quote by Malcolm Boyd,a gay man and chaplain,was used to demonstrate that ________.

Jane identifies as a lesbian.If Jane's college experience is like that of many other gay,lesbian,and bisexual students,which of the following statements would be least likely to be true?

Because the first cases of AIDS in the U.S.were found among young gay men,the researchers originally referred to the illness as ________.

What was decided in the 2003 U.S.Supreme Court's Lawrence v.Texas decision?

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Sexually Transmitted Infections/Diseases

Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth

Gender: Expectations, Roles, and Behaviors

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Exam 11: Sexual Orientation

All of the following is true about the Defense of Marriage Act except that it ________.

When gay people choose to live a life that is honest and open about their sexual orientation,which of the following has been found to be true?

Children who are raised by gay parents ________.

Terrence is a "gay basher." Reaction formation suggests that people like this may be ________.

Which of the following statements is true of the exotic becomes erotic (EBE)theory of sexual orientation developed by Daryl Bem?

Compare Jon,who is gay,to his teenage classmate Sid,who is not gay.What we know from the research is that Jon has a ________ rate of psychological adjustment problems including depressions,drug abuse,eating disorders,and homelessness as compared to Sid.

The text highlighted several explanations as to why there has been slow passage of anti-discrimination laws regarding sexual orientation in the United States.Which of the following is an explanation?

Discuss what is known about homophobia and hate crimes toward gay people.

The brutal abduction,beating,and killing of Wyoming college student ________ in 1998 brought the issue of violence directed at gays to a higher level of public awareness.

Which of the following statements is true about sexual orientation and protected classes in discrimination law?

Tim suffers from an extreme fear,discomfort,or hatred of gay and lesbian people.This is defined as ________.

What was the Stonewall riot and why is it seen as important in the history of the gay rights movement?

Which of the following reflects myths and misconceptions about gay and lesbian relationships?

The quote by Malcolm Boyd,a gay man and chaplain,was used to demonstrate that ________.

Jane identifies as a lesbian.If Jane's college experience is like that of many other gay,lesbian,and bisexual students,which of the following statements would be least likely to be true?

Because the first cases of AIDS in the U.S.were found among young gay men,the researchers originally referred to the illness as ________.

What was decided in the 2003 U.S.Supreme Court's Lawrence v.Texas decision?

Studying Human Sexuality

Sexual Anatomy

The Physiology of Sexual Response

Intimate Relationships

Contraception: Planning and Preventing

Sexual Behaviors: Experiencing Sexual Pleasure

Sexual Problems and Solutions

Sexually Transmitted Infections/Diseases

Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth

Gender: Expectations, Roles, and Behaviors

Sexual Development Throughout Life

Sexual Aggression and Violence: Rape,Child Sexual Abuse,and Sexual Harassment

Paraphilic Disorders: Atypical Sexual Behaviors

The Sexual Marketplace: Prostitution and Pornography

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