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Dimensions of Human Sexuality, 6/e
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Communication and Sexuality
1
Good listeners do not need to devote their full attention to the speaker.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
2
More is communicated verbally than nonverbally.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
3
Sexism in communication is seen when people in a certain category are assumed to be one gender or the other (i.e. female nurse, male mechanic).
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
4
Nonverbal signals include posture, facial expressions, tone of voice, the way one dresses, and proximity of speaker.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
5
Sexuality education programs in schools are mandated by all U.S. schools at all grade levels.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
6
If you cannot discuss sex with your partner you are not ready for a sexual relationship.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
7
Men tend to be more concerned with their independence and status in social order than women.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
8
Men tend to stand closer to other people than women.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
9
Women talk more than men, especially in mixed-gender groups.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
10
Women tend to smile more than men.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
11
Understanding cultural differences in communication habits is not essential in sexual communication.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
12
One cause for sexism in communication is that the masculine pronoun is often used for both genders.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
13
Conflict is a part of every relationship.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
14
To help alleviate sexism in communication it is best to use terms like fireman, policeman and postman.
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TRUE
B)
FALSE
15
Silence is considered communication.
A)
TRUE
B)
FALSE
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