Which of the following have identified stages in the process of accepting the identity of lesbian, gay, or bisexual?
a. biologists
b. functionalists
c. conflict theorists
d. interactionists
Which approach asserts that the best way to reduce inequality based on sexual orientation is to repeal laws prohibiting sexual acts between consenting adults and to pass laws that ban all forms of discrimination based on sexual orientation?
a. functionalist
b. conflict
c. feminist
d. interactionist
Which approach focuses on the effects of compulsory heterosexuality in a society?
a. functionalist
b. conflict
c. feminist
d. interactionist
Where are hate crimes the most prevalent?
a. in the South
b. in low-income areas
c. anywhere that homophobic attitudes and behaviors are tolerated or overlooked
d. in places where legislation supporting gay rights has occurred
Regarding sexual orientation and social equality, psychological approaches examine
a. current legislation and policies regarding LGBT discrimination.
b. mental processes and childhood experiences of LGBT persons.
c. the link between sexual orientation and homophobia and social learning and/or social structures factors in society.
d. U.S. Census data.
Sigmund Freud asserted that all humans are constitutionally
a. heterosexual.
b. homosexual.
c. bisexual.
d. transgender.
Under which president's administration was Don't Ask, Don't Tell made law?
a. Bill Clinton
b. George W. Bush
c. Barack Obama
d. George H. W. Bush
What is the relationship between LGBT people and the Fair Housing Act?
a. The Fair Housing Act has protected many LGBT people from being discriminated against concerning housing.
b. The Fair Housing Act has protected lesbians and gays from housing discrimination, but it has not protected transgender persons.
c. The Fair Housing Act does not provide protection against housing discrimination for LGBT people.
d. The Fair Housing Act protects the children of LGBT persons from being discriminated against in housing policies and practices.
Regarding discrimination in medical care, which group is most likely to be refused care because of bias?
a. transgender persons
b. lesbians
c. gays
d. bisexuals
According to estimates, how many children are being raised by gay or lesbian parents?
a. under 1 million
b. 2-3 million
c. 4-6 million
d. 8-10 million
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