. Responses should be a
paragraph or two in length, unless otherwise specified, and should draw exclusively on the course content, mainly the readings, and
supplementing with the videos. Use
grammatically accurate, complete sentences.
1) Pulling from the literature, In your own words, explain how heterosexuality was initially framed in early scientific and medical literature. Also, describe how, according to Seidman (Chapter 4), heterosexual identity is often projected and reinforced by both young men and young women. Give an example of how heterosexual identity is still being projected and reinforced today for BOTH men and women.
2) The subtext, Weiss is suggesting finding a BDSM community is a significant factor when becoming a BDSM practitioner. What are some of the important things Weiss poses that you learn from the community to become a BSDM practitioner? Explain why these things are important. Additionally, what does Weiss argue is a contributing factor to why BDSM is structured around and appeals to white, middle-class people rather than working class or people of color?
3) Briefly explain the history of monogamy as presented in the material. Be sure to address: When and under what context did it originate? How, and by what institution, did monogamy become further engrained into early European society? Given the developmental history of monogamy in Europe, how did monogamy expand to other cultures throughout the world (this was a practice of many European nations starting in 1410)? Which of the theories of sexuality best grounds this analysis of monogamy and why? Building from what you’ve learned in this class, speculate as to whether monogamy persists today’s society and Why?
4) Based on the readings and video: Make an argument whether hooking up inherently bad or overall unharmful. When presenting your argument address the following: Frame your argument using one of theories of sexuality. How are hook ups typically defined? Give a few reasons mentioned in the readings as to why a person might want to hook up. What are potential risks and/or benefits of hooking up, also mentioned in the readings? What is the root cause of mental health issues that arise from hooking up?
