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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the book's discussion of "Denial versus Fulfillment", what concept is explored in terms of denial?

2. What is NOT a way the authors feel their sexual behaviors are judged as being?

3. How do the authors feel about a woman being judged by her activities?

4. In the book's discussion of "Denial versus Fulfillment", what concept is explored in terms of fulfillment?

5. According to the authors, which of the following is one of the most important attributes for "healthy sluts"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the concepts of denial and fulfillment affect a person who is "sex positive"?

2. What are some of the factors the authors mention which can contribute to how easily a person might get jealous?

3. What do the authors suggest is the 'best' way to mess a relationship up, and what are the effects?

4. What is the key to forming agreements with partners, and what are the benefits?

5. How do the authors advocate the use of the legal system to protect their families?

6. According to the book, what are ways that promiscuous people are oppressed?

7. How do the authors recommend dealing with one's own feelings and emotions?

8. In what ways are concepts of 19th century psychologist Freud integrated into the authors' discussion?

9. How do the authors define and then defend the term "promiscuous"?

10. How does the book's example of the Omni address the need of individuals to conquer perceived isolation?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Early in the book, the authors introduce their concept of a "slut" and counter several stereotypical views or associations with the term, as regards both men and women. Compare the authors' ideas with society's general view of the "slut" to answer the question of "Who is an ethical slut?"

Essay Topic 2

Compare the sexual productions regarding pornography, sex clubs, and orgies in the context of the book and examine how anxiety factors into participation with these public acts of sex.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the different legal methods mentioned in the book that are available to protect loved ones of people who practice alternative methods of having families, and examine how these methods compare with 'traditional' legal coverage.

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