1. iClicker Questions for
Exploring Psychology, 8th Edition by David G. Myers
Karla Gingerich, Colorado State University
Chapter 5: Gender and Sexuality

2. Concepts of maleness and femaleness that influence our perceptions are called gender:
A. norms.
B. schemas.
C. roles.
D. complexes.
Answer: B

3. The expectations that men initiate dates and that women select wedding gifts best illustrate aspects of:
A. sexual orientation.
B. gender identity.
C. behavior genetics.
D. gender roles.
Answer: D

4. Because he believes that worrying is a feminine trait, 14-year-old George has difficulty perceiving his own fears. His experience best illustrates dynamics highlighted by:
A. social learning theory.
B. behavior genetics.
C. gender schema theory.
D. evolutionary psychology.
Answer: C

5. When scientists put 36 conscientious objectors on a semi-starvation diet for six months, all of the following occurred EXCEPT:
A. the men appeared listless and apathetic.
B. the men became obsessed with food.
C. the men spent more time thinking about sex.
D. the men lost interest in social activities.
Answer: C

6. During which stage of the sexual response cycle does a man experience a refractory period in which he is incapable of orgasm?
A. plateau
B. resolution
C. excitement
D. relaxation
Answer: B

7. Researchers found somewhat higher levels of homosexuality among males who have:
A. older brothers.
B. more than one sister.
C. no siblings.
D. been raised by only their mother.
Answer: A

8. Critical Thinking Questions

9. Sugar and spice and everything nice, that’s what little girls are made of. . .This saying reflects perspectives about human beings. Which of the following perspectives does this saying reflect?
A. nature
B. nurture
C. both nature and nurture
D. neither nature nor nurture
Answer: A

10. All men are created equal
All men are created equal. This saying reflects perspectives about human beings. Which of the following perspectives does this saying reflect?
A. nature
B. nurture
C. both nature and nurture
D. neither nature nor nurture
Answer: B

11. Alfred Kinsey’s studies of sexual behavior were highly criticized
Alfred Kinsey’s studies of sexual behavior were highly criticized. Which of the following, however, was NOT a common criticism?
A. The sample was not random.
B. Whites were overrepresented.
C. Well-educated people were overrepresented.
D. Respondents would not reveal private experiences.
Answer: D