11 (Human Sexuality)

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Kinsey found that __________ had masturbated by the age of 40.

92% of men and 62% of women

It is best to think of "normal" as

a range of behaviors and values

Until 2003, in some states oral-genital sex was illegal

a. between homosexual individuals b. between unmarried heterosexual individuals c. between married partners d. all of the above

In some countries, people who commit adultery may be sentenced to

a. death b. imprisonment c. flogging d. all of the above

The belief that masturbation is bad can be traced to

a. early religious teachings b. the medical profession c. Victorian morality d. all of the above

A sexually healthy person is defined as someone who

a. feels comfortable with his or her sexuality b. feels free to choose whether or not he or she wishes to try a variety of sexual behaviors c. is free from life-threatening diseases d. all of the above

Which of the following is a common theme in sexual fantasies?

a. sexual exploration b. sexual intimacy c. impersonal sex d. all of the above

Regarding oral-genital sex,

a. the large majority of young adults engage in oral-genital relations b. more people enjoy receiving it than giving it c. it is less common among African Americans than other groups d. all of the above

Consensual sexual activity between men is a crime in approximately 80% of the countries in

africa

A culture's preferred position of sexual intercourse is often a reflection of women's social status.

true

American couples today are practicing a greater variety of sexual positions during intercourse than in Kinsey's time.

true

Dominance fantasies are more common among men than women.

true

In the U.S., it is possible to be prosecuted for adultery in some states.

true

Masturbation does not cause any serious health problems.

true

Masturbation is considered healthy by most sex therapists today, and is sometimes prescribed as a part of therapy.

true

Most dominance/submission fantasies involve themes of seduction, arousal, and mutually satisfying intercourse.

true

Nearly all adults have fantasized about having sex with someone other than their usual partner.

true

Nearly all adults have sexual fantasies.

true

One "cure" for masturbation practiced in America during the late 1800s was castration.

true

The survey by Laumann et al. (1994) found that vaginal intercourse was by far the most preferred sexual behavior of Americans.

true

If you were to conduct a large, national survey similar to the one that Laumann and colleagues (1994) conducted on sexual preferences, what do you think you would find in terms of people's MOST preferred sexual behaviors?

vaginal intercourse

Surveys tell us that when two (heterosexual) people have sex, the most common act they report doing is __________.

vaginal intercourse

Laumann and colleagues (1994) found that the second most preferred sexual behavior of Americans was

watching their partner undress

Researchers believe that a culture's preferred position of sexual intercourse is a reflection of

women's social status

Ray and Wendy are 16 year-old high school students. They have been dating for about two years and plan to get married after college. One day, Ray's parents come home from work early and catch them in Ray's bed having sex. Depending on the state where they live, Ray and Wendy can be prosecuted for

fornication

Anal intercourse is most common among which group?

gay men

Regarding sexual fantasies, which of the following statements is FALSE?

having a sexual fantasy means that a person wants to experience the fantasy in real life

A 2003 U.S. Supreme Court decision essentially

invalidated all sodomy laws

If a person continues to masturbate after beginning a monogamous, long term sexual relationship, he or she probably

is masturbating to put variety into his or her sex life

What is a major advantage of the missionary position of sexual intercourse?

it allows for emotional, face-to-face intimacy

Behaviors like masturbation and oral-genital sex are

more common among higher-educated groups

Which of these statements regarding masturbation in today's society is FALSE?

most adults discontinue masturbation after marriage

Survey research generally reveals that

most people with sexual partners masturbate

Masturbation is

not a cause of any sort of physical problems

Mike and Carol just engaged in mutually satisfying sexual interaction with each other. Research tells us that they probably spent how much time engaged in the actual act of intercourse?

3 to 13 minutes

With regard to ethnic differences in sexual behavior,

African-American adults are less likely to have masturbated and engaged in oral-genital sex than other groups

Two men have entered a consensual sexual relationship. Assuming that others find out about their relationship, in which country are they likely to receive the harshest punishment?

Iran

Of the following individuals, who is the most likely to have engaged in anal intercourse within the last year?

Joel, a gay man in a committed relationship

Research reveals that sexual intercourse—the total shared event—typically lasts __________ for most couples.

between 15 and 60 minutes

Of the following individuals, whose sexual encounters probably last the longest?

david, a 23 year old

The preferred manner of sexual intercourse in all known cultures is

face to face

African Americans are more likely to engage in oral-genital sex than other ethnic group

false

Because most people masturbate, a person who does not masturbate is abnormal.

false

For a behavior to be "statistically normal," all people must engage in it.

false

Most dominance/submission fantasies involve themes of violent, painful, realistic rape.

false

Sally has found out that her husband likes to occasionally masturbate, even though they have sexual intercourse three times a week. This probably means that her husband is unhappy with their sex life.

false

Swallowing semen or other genital secretions can cure acne.

false

The Supreme Court has ruled that states have the right to regulate sexual behaviors between consenting adults.

false

The content of sexual fantasies often indicates sexual unhappiness or personality problems.

false

There is clear evidence linking masturbation with the development of abnormal adult sexuality.

false

Some couples find that the missionary position of sexual intercourse has several disadvantages. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

it is less likely that the partners will achieve orgasm at the same time

In which way do women's sexual fantasies tend to differ from men's?

more romantic

National surveys reveal that most younger married couples have sexual intercourse

one to 3 times per week

Anilingus is defined as

oral stimulation of the partner's anus

For which of the following behaviors can people still be prosecuted in some states in the U.S.?

premarital sex

14. During intercourse with her husband, Olivia enjoys fantasizing about her coworker Elliot. She is having a(n) __________ fantasy.

replacement

Hal and Sylvia often use a different room when they have sex and are always experimenting with new positions. This shows that their sexual relationship is NOT

ritualized

Laws that ban specific sexual behaviors (oral and anal sex) between consenting adults are called

sodomy laws

Which of the following statements about sexual fantasies is TRUE?

the majority of men and women have had sexual fantasies

Which of the following statements regarding oral-genital sex is FALSE?

the natural secretions of the genitals are unhealthy

Troy masturbated quite a bit during his teenage years. What does research predict will happen to Troy as an adult, sexually speaking?

He will experience no alterations in his sexual adjustment

Dr. M has just completed a survey of young adults' sexual behaviors and preferences. What do you think she found with respect to anal intercourse?

Many people had tried it, but very few said they found it to be very appealing

Which of the following statements about sexual frequency is TRUE?

Partnered people have sex more frequently than single people

Which of these individuals would NOT be considered sexually healthy?

a 20-year-old woman who agrees to have sex, even though she often doesn't want to

Peggy wants her lover Bob to have sexual intercourse with her in different positions, including rear vaginal entry. Peggy's wishes reflect

a normal desire for sexual variety

At work one day, Craig suddenly finds himself thinking about being tied up and sexually assaulted. He cannot seem to stop this thought, and experiences considerable distress. What has Craig experienced?

a sexually intrusive thought

Which of the following harmful consequences was produced by masturbation, according to early (e.g., Victorian-era) beliefs?

a. acne b. constipation c. misshapen genitals d. all of the above

Which of the following activities count as "anal sex"?

a. inserting a penis into the partner's anus b. orally stimulating the partner's anus c. inserting a dildo into the partner's anus d. all of the above

When a person orally stimulates the partner's vulva, it is called

cunnilingus


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