Human Sexuality Exam Bank
Course Introduction
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of human sexuality from biological, psychological, and sociocultural perspectives. Topics include the anatomy and physiology of sexual and reproductive systems, sexual development across the lifespan, gender identity and roles, sexual orientation, relationships, communication about sex, sexual health and risk behaviors, and cultural attitudes toward sexuality. Through lectures, discussions, and research, students will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of sexuality and its impact on individual and societal well-being.
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Sexuality Now Embracing Diversity 5th Edition by
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Chapter 1: Exploring Human Sexuality: Past and Present
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Q1) How did the arrival of the medical model of sexuality at the end of the 19th century impact views of sexuality in the United States?
A) Physicians advocated for self-restraint and abstention from masturbation.
B) Physicians encouraged divorce for unhappy marriages.
C) Physicians urged men and women to masturbate to relieve sexual tensions.
D) Physicians viewed sexual passion as normal and healthy, especially for women.
Answer: A
Q2) Within the early Islamic culture, all of these statements are true, EXCEPT:
A) Rules of modesty were standard.
B) Powerful women often had strong informal power over husbands and male children.
C) Stories of female saints and female intellectuals were included in the Koran.
D) Laws did not provide any regulation related to sexuality.
Answer: D
Q3) Teens rate school-based sexuality as their leading sources of sex information.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
Q4) How did prehistoric changes in our posture influence human sexuality?
Answer: Not provided.
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Chapter 2: Understanding Human Sexuality: Theory and Research
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Q1) Describe steps that Kinsey took with his choice of sampling and data collection methods to avoid bias in his findings.
Answer: Not provided.
Q2) What best describes the most recent U.S. approach to sex research?
A) Problem driven and underfunded
B) Theory driven and underfunded
C) Theory driven and adequately funded
D) Problem driven and adequately funded
Answer: A
Q3) What was the religious background of many of the early sexuality researchers?
A) Islam
B) Jewish
C) Christian
D) Agnostic
Answer: B
Q4) Early sexuality researchers from the 19th century concentrated on the healthy and positive aspects of sexuality.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 3: Communication and Sexuality
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Q1) In the middle of an argument, Taylor told Robin, "You always take your mother's side." Taylor's statement is an example of which of the following?
A) Overkill
B) Overgeneralization
C) Rapport talk
D) Disclaimer
Answer: B
Q2) What do Maltz and Borker suggest related to head-nodding in conversations between men and women?
A) Men are signaling they are listening.
B) Women are signaling they agree.
C) There are no gender differences in head nodding during conversations between men and women.
D) There are differences in meanings between women's nods and men's nods during conversations.
Answer: D
Q3) Describe two non-constructive communication strategies and explain why they could lead to a communication shutdown.
Answer: Not Provided
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Chapter 4: Gender Development, Gender Roles, and
Gender Identity
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Q1) Piaget is to cognitive theory as Bem is to:
A) Social learning theory
B) Evolutionary theory
C) Gender schema theory
D) Feminist theory
Q2) What term refers to male and female sex organs which arise from the same tissue?
A) Analogous
B) Haploid
C) Androgens
D) Homologous
Q3) Describe the process of sexual differentiation in a developing fetus.
Q4) What statement describes current best practice related to intersex children?
A) Hormonal treatment begun prenatally to prevent problems with the sex differentiation that occurs in the latter stages of pregnancy
B) Surgical intervention to correct external abnormalities at birth
C) Gender assignment at birth with surgical intervention at puberty
D) Gender assignment withheld and surgical intervention delayed until child is of the age to decide
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Q5) How do gender roles affect satisfaction with life in the senior years?
Q6) Define androgyny and give two examples of androgynous behavior.
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Chapter 5: Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology
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Q1) Explain why ovarian cancer is the most deadly gynecological cancer. Also include information about the risk factors and treatments associated with ovarian cancer.
Q2) How much fluid (including tissue and blood) is typically released during the menstrual cycle?
A) 1-3 teaspoons
B) 2-4 Tablespoons
C) A half-cup (100ml)
D) A cup (200ml)
Q3) Identify and explain what happens during each of the four phases of the menstrual cycle.
Q4) FSH and LH are produced by the ovaries, which in turn facilitates the menstrual cycle. A)True B)False
Q5) The number of women undergoing breast augmentation has decreased since 1995. A)True B)False
Q6) Discuss what we know about why puberty begins. Identify the factors that appear to be related to the onset of puberty.
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Chapter 6: Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology
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Q1) Differentiate between cryptorchidism, testicular torsion, priapism, and Peyronie's disease. Explain what these conditions are, the associated symptoms, and common treatments for each condition.
Q2) Which of the following statements is most descriptive of a hydrocele?
A) An excessive accumulation of fluid in the tissue surrounding the testicle common in newborn males
B) An excessive accumulation of fluid in the tissue surrounding the testicle which requires immediate surgery to correct
C) A pain or swelling in the scrotum that is typically caused by a sports injury or vigorous sexual activity
D) A pain or swelling in the scrotum that causes severe pain and is most common in adolescent males
Q3) In 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Association approved the first vaccine for:
A) Prostate cancer.
B) Testicular cancer.
C) Gynecomastia.
D) Priapism.
Q4) Discuss arguments for and against male circumcision referencing information from your text.
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Chapter 7: Love and Intimacy
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Q1) What was a significant problem with Davis Buss's methodology in studying attraction across cultures?
A) His sample size was very small, thus not representative.
B) He only surveyed people who were married for his study.
C) He only surveyed people who identified as Christian.
D) He assumed all respondents were heterosexual.
Q2) People use their body language to reveal their level of attraction when meeting someone for the first time.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Imagine you are asked to give a workshop on the dark side of love: jealousy, compulsiveness, and possessiveness. Choose 5 points that you would want to make to your audience. Be sure to reference information from your text.
Q4) Discuss three ways in which culture differences may impact patterns of intimacy.
Q5) By what age is a child's attachment style typically established?
A) 3 months
B) 9 months
C) 2 years
D) 5 years
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Chapter 8: Childhood and Adolescent Sexuality
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Q1) The National Survey of Family Growth had the following finding related to anal sex among teens:
A) Anal sex is very uncommon, reported by approximately 5% of teens aged 18 to 19.
B) There are significant differences among ethnic and racial groups with heterosexual Hispanic males reporting the lowest rates of anal intercourse.
C) Same-sex receptive anal sex was reported by approximately 15% of men aged 18 to 19.
D) Reports of engaging in anal sex were over 10% for both males and females aged 18 to 19.
Q2) What country has the world's lowest rates of teenage pregnancy?
A) France
B) China
C) The Netherlands
D) Brazil
Q3) Cross-cultural studies show that the majority of teens worldwide are receiving adequate sexuality education.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Adult Sexual Relationships
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Q1) Related to the overall impact on marital relationships, what type of affair has been found to have the LEAST effect?
A) Emotional
B) Sexual
C) Emotional and Sexual
D) Internet
Q2) What label is given to the practice of having more than one intimate relationship at a time with the knowledge and consent of everyone involved?
A) Swinger
B) Comarital sex
C) Open infidelity
D) Polyamory
Q3) Sexual satisfaction in short-term intimate relationships is a strong predictor of how happy a couple is in the relationship but it is not a predictor of happiness in long-term relationships.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Identify three advantages and three disadvantages of cohabitation as discussed by the textbook.
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Chapter 10: Sexual Expression
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Q1) What position for sexual intercourse do sex therapists often recommend for couples who are experiencing difficulties with early ejaculation or lack of female orgasm?
A) Male-on-top
B) Female-on-top
C) Rear entry
D) Side-by-side
Q2) Describe both the advantages and disadvantages for each of the following sexual positions: male-on-top; female-on-top; rear entry.
Q3) Which of the following sexual fantasies are reportedly more common among men than women?
A) Sex with a current partner
B) Reliving a past sexual experience
C) Having an aggressive partner
D) All of these
Q4) Lesbian women are more likely to report being sexually satisfied compared to reports ofsexual satisfaction among heterosexual women.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Sexual Orientation
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Q1) What greatly influenced the harsh attitude toward same-sex behaviors in the early American colonies?
A) The strong influence of the Catholic Church
B) The Puritanical origins of the early settlers
C) Interaction with Native Americans who condoned homosexuality
D) Early venereal diseases spread in the colonies by men who were gay
Q2) Describe and discuss two of the following theories of sexual orientation: Biological; Developmental; Behavioral; Sociological; Interactional.
Q3) Low family acceptance during the coming out process is related to increased risk of:
A) Suicide
B) Use of illegal drugs
C) Unprotected sexual activity
D) All of these
Q4) Discuss some of the factors discussed in your text that commonly contribute to a person becoming homophobic.
Q5) Explain how the legal landscape has been changing for gay rights in the U.S. and give two examples.
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Chapter 12: Pregnancy and Birth
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Q1) What is one of the reasons the number of ectopic pregnancies has been increasing in the U.S.?
A) More females are using assisted reproductive technologies to become pregnant.
B) The level of quality nutrition available in the U.S. has declined.
C) There has been an increase in pelvic inflammatory disease caused by chlamydia infections.
D) The birth rate among teens and unmarried women has been increasing and these groups are less likely to receive prenatal care.
Q2) Which of the following is NOT a process that facilitates conception?
A) Female sexual desire peaks at ovulation until just before menstruation.
B) A mucus plug appears in the cervix to trap sperm.
C) Cervical mucus becomes thinner and stretchy.
D) Female orgasm helps draw semen into the uterus.
Q3) What does the term "ampulla" refer to?
A) The mucus plug that assists in the fertilization process
B) The place in the female reproductive tract where fertilization typically occurs
C) A surgical device used during artificial insemination
D) The spike in hormones experienced right after ovulation
Q4) Identify four signs of pregnancy, and explain why they occur.
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Chapter 13: Contraception and Abortion
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Q1) The most common procedure for female sterilization is the hysterectomy.
A)True
B)False
Q2) How does female sterilization work to prevent pregnancies?
A) The uterus is removed so a fertilized ovum cannot implant.
B) The fallopian tubes are blocked so that ovum and sperm cannot meet.
C) The ovaries are cauterized so that eggs cannot be released.
D) A coil is placed inside the cervix so sperm cannot enter.
Q3) Which of the following is NOT a hormonal method of birth control?
A) Seasonale
B) Ortho Evra patch
C) NuvaRing
D) ParaGard
Q4) When were birth control pills approved for use in Japan?
A) 1969
B) 1979
C) 1989
D) 1999
Q5) Describe three different characteristics that are at the foundation of natural family planning.
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Chapter 14: Challenges to Sexual Functioning
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Q1) Kiana sought sex therapy due to her low or absent desire for sexual activity.Which of the?following would be the most appropriate diagnosis for Kiana?
A) Dyspareunia
B) Hypoactive sexual desire
C) Sexual aversion
D) Hypersexuality
Q2) Which sexuality based disorder for males currently has more treatment options than any other sexual dysfunction?
A) Early ejaculation disorder
B) Erectile disorder
C) Hyposexual desire disorder
D) Orgasmic disorder
Q3) After prosthesis implantation, a man is still able to orgasm, ejaculate, and impregnate.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Describe the overall category of sexual desire problems and differentiate how these problems are often different for men and women.
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Chapter 15: Sexually Transmitted Infections and Hivaids
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Q1) Taylor has pubic lice. All of the following statements are true, EXCEPT:
A) Taylor's partner should check for pubic lice, because they have engaged in sexual intercourse within the past two days.
B) Taylor's brother shares a bed with Taylor. Taylor's brother should check for pubic lice because it is possible to acquire pubic lice if you share a bed with someone who is infected.
C) Taylor's roommate wore Taylor's shorts and other articles of clothing within the past two days. Taylor's roommate does not need to check for pubic lice, because it is not possible to contract pubic lice from clothing worn by someone who is infected.
D) Taylor's roommate should check for pubic lice, because they only have one restroom and it is possible to contract pubic lice from a toilet seat.
Q2) A person is experiencing "viral shedding" but no other symptoms. What is this person's most likely STI diagnosis?
A) Herpes and contagious
B) Herpes but not contagious
C) Genital warts and contagious
D) Genital warts but not contagious
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Chapter 16: Varieties of Sexual Expression
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Q1) What theory might consider the foundation of an adult's fascination with sadomasochism the experience of having an erection while receiving a spanking as a child?
A) Psychoanalytic
B) Behavioral
C) Developmental
D) Sociological
Q2) "Why engage in sexual relations with children?" asked one survey taken of pedophiles. What was the most common response?
A) The child reciprocated initial advances.
B) Alcohol was a factor.
C) The pedophile had difficulty with adult sexual relationships.
D) Children don't resist.
Q3) Wade becomes sexually aroused by being humiliated, beaten, and tied up. What term would define his sexual preferences?
A) Masochism
B) Exhibitionism
C) Sadism
D) Frotteurism
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Chapter 17: Power and Coercion
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Q1) What is a reason why alcohol use is one of the strongest predictors of rape on college campuses?
A) Women who are drunk are more likely to be viewed as sexually "easy."
B) Men who have been drinking are more likely to "sexualize" the environment and social interactions.
C) Alcohol reduces inhibitions, which increases the chances of engaging in risky sexual behaviors.
D) All of these
Q2) Victims who take time to privately work through the emotional outcomes of their attack before telling anyone about the attack tend to have shorter recovery periods.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Explain the concept of poly-victimization. How does it relate to both intimate partner violence and childhood sexual abuse?
Q4) Discuss factors that would impact the experiencesof lesbian women who are raped.
Q5) Explain the importance of the three important legislative issues discussed in your text related to rape and sexual assault on college campuses.
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Chapter 18: Sexuality in the Media and the Arts
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Q1) What is the average age of entry into sex work for females in the United States?
A) 12 years old
B) 14 years old
C) 17 years old
D) 22 years old
Q2) The Netherlands show "Sputen en Slikken," which discusses issues of sex and drugs, aired on a publicly funded television station.
A)True
B)False
Q3) What is the main motivation for becoming a sex worker?
A) High sex drive
B) Economic
C) Sexual and economic
D) Drug addiction
Q4) Anal intercourse is the most request "service" of male prostitutes.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Streetwalking is the most dangerous form of prostitution.
A)True
B)False
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