Chapter 5 Test
Sexual orientation is based on which of the following factors?
Biological, psychological, and socioenvironmental
Which of the following is true about being single in the United States?
The number of adults electing to remain single is increasing.
Which of the following is true about intersexuality?
The person does not exhibit exclusive male or female sexual anatomy.
Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?
Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.
Which of the following is true about androgyny?
A person has a combination of both traditional masculine and feminine traits.
Which of the following best describes gender identity?
Our personal sense of awareness of being masculine or feminine
According to researcher Helen Fisher, the feeling that the excitement and passion is gone from a relationship is due to
a decrease in PEA levels
Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates
a monogamous relationship
Emily and Rosa are close friends who are able to share their feelings freely, providing support and reassurance. This example demonstrates their
emotional availability
The duct system atop the testes where sperm reach maturity is the
epididymis
Attraction has been described by some social scientists as
feelings of elation and euphoria produced by neurochemicals.
Testosterone
he hormone responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics.
Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.
intimacy, passion, and commitment.
Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for
intimacy, social integration and nurturance
Serial monogamy
the practice of engaging in a succession of monogamous sexual relationships.
All of the following are true about intimate relationships
they may share emotional intimacy without being sexual they may be spiritually intimate they can include sexual relationships
All of the following are considered variant sexual behaviors
voyeurism autoerotic asphyxiation group sex
Which of the following is true about communication patterns between men and women?
women tend to be more expressive
You are most likely to listen best when
you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to
The first sign of puberty in females is
breast development
Trying to understand the gender differences in communication patterns is a good first step to better communication between the sexes.
true
Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of
serial monogomy
All of the following are true about celibacy
it can be a result of religious beliefs it can be an opportunity for personal growth it can be lonely for some people
All of the following are true about cohabitation
it may become legally binding it can offer love, companionship, and sex after a number of years it can constitute a common-law marriage
Which of the following is true about self-disclosure?
it involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person
Julio wants to strengthen his relationship with LaVonne by sharing personal information with her. To get over his fear of disclosing his feelings, Julio can do all of the following
be open to discussing his sexual past learn to accept his imperfections select a safe, comfortable place for the conversation
Sexual dysfunction only affects men
false
Sexual intimacy is the major reason for the existence of all relationships. t or f
false