Test Your Knowledge On The LGBT Community
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Thank you for taking this survey! There are only 15 questions (including a few freebies like what school do you attend) and it should only take 5-10 minutes of your time. For the purpose of this survey, an "ally" is an individual who takes action to promote LGBT inclusion, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Note that survey results will only be reported in the aggregate with your LGBT club leaders.
- 1.
What is your email? (optional - list if you're interested in being part of your school's ally program. Just put n/a if you would prefer not to add your email.)
- 2.
What company/university are you affiliated with?
- A.
Columbia Business School
- B.
Darden School of Business at University of Virginia
- C.
Fuqua School of Business at Duke University
- D.
George Washington University School of Business
- E.
Opus College of Business at University of St. Thomas, Minnesota
- F.
Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth
- G.
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
- H.
Wisconsin School of Business
- I.
Yale School of Management
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- 3.
In how many US states can LGBT people be legally fired or evicted because of their sexual orientation?
- A.
36 states
- B.
29 states
- C.
17 states
- D.
None - federal law protects all people from discrimination
Correct Answer
B. 29 statesExplanation
No federal law prevents employment or housing discrimination based on sexual orientation, and state laws only protect them in 21 states.
More info at the Movement Advancement Project: http://www.lgbtmap.org/equality-maps/employment_non_discrimination_laws and http://www.lgbtmap.org/equality-maps/housing_non_discrimination_lawsRate this question:
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- 4.
What percentage of LGBT people are reported to be “in the closet” at work?
- A.
12%
- B.
26%
- C.
48%
- D.
65%
Correct Answer
C. 48%Explanation
A 2011 survey by the Center for Work-Life Policy revealed that almost half of LGBT people don't feel comfortable enough to be open about their sexual orientation or gender identity at work. More info: https://www.worklifepolicy.org/documents/CWLP%20-%20LGBT%20-%20Final%206.21.11.pdfRate this question:
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- 5.
How does being closeted at work affect employee productivity?
- A.
Employees are more productive because no one is thinking about sex in the workplace.
- B.
Employees are more productive because they aren’t being discriminated against for their orientation.
- C.
Employees are less productive because they spend brainpower navigating pronouns and gender-specific language.
- D.
Employees are less productive because they don’t join LGBT affinity networks.
- E.
Employees are equally productive whether they are out or closeted.
Correct Answer
C. Employees are less productive because they spend brainpower navigating pronouns and gender-specific language.Explanation
Diversity experts including the folks at Diversity Best Practices have documented how employees are less productive (some internal studies say up to 30-40%) when they don't bring their whole selves to work, due to the physical and emotional energy consumed by covering their true identities. This disadvantage far outweighs any perceived advantages of avoiding discrimination or conversation about sexuality. More info: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/andres-t-tapia/coming-out-is-about-more-than-being-lgbt_b_1956113.htmlRate this question:
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- 6.
What percentage of the US voters support employment non-discrimination laws that include sexual orientation and gender identity?
- A.
37%
- B.
58%
- C.
73%
- D.
88%
Correct Answer
C. 73%Explanation
A 2011 Center for American Progress poll revealed that almost 3/4 of voters support protection for LGBT people from workplace discrimination, across all political affiliations, religions, and ages. More info: http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/lgbt/news/2011/06/02/9716/polls-show-huge-public-support-for-gay-and-transgender-workplace-protections/Rate this question:
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- 7.
How much more or less likely are male job applicants who are openly gay on their resumes to get an interview than their straight counterparts?
- A.
20% more likely
- B.
No difference
- C.
20% less likely
- D.
40% less likely
Correct Answer
D. 40% less likelyExplanation
A 2011 study published in the American Journal of Sociology showed that a male resume mentioning involvement in a gay college campus organization was 40% less likely to gain an interview than an identical one mentioning involvement in a "progressive and socialist alliance." More info: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/04/gay-resume-study_n_994098.htmlRate this question:
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- 8.
What percentage of transgender people report having personally experienced harassment or mistreatment on the job?
- A.
15%
- B.
44%
- C.
76%
- D.
90%
Correct Answer
D. 90%Explanation
The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force's 2011 National Transgender Discrimination Survey revealed that 90% of transgender people experience at least one incident of harassment or mistreatment at work. More info: http://www.thetaskforce.org/reports_and_research/ntdsRate this question:
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- 9.
What is the estimated buying power of the LGBT community in the United States?
- A.
$89 billion
- B.
$225 billion
- C.
$426 billion
- D.
$790 billion
Correct Answer
D. $790 billionExplanation
A 2012 analysis by Witeck-Combs Communications estimates the buying power of the LGBT adult population at $790B. More info: http://www.echelonmagazine.com/index.php?id=2597Rate this question:
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- 10.
How many U.S. federal rights are afforded to straight couples, but denied to same-sex couples?
- A.
1
- B.
Less than 25
- C.
25 or more, but less than 200
- D.
200 or more, but less than 1,000
- E.
More than 1,000
Correct Answer
E. More than 1,000Explanation
There are 1,138 benefits, rights and protections provided on the basis of marital status by American federal law. Same-sex couples are denied these because their unions are not recognized as marriages by the federal government. More info:: http://www.hrc.org/resources/entry/an-overview-of-federal-rights-and-protections-granted-to-married-couplesRate this question:
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- 11.
Over the course of a lifetime, how much can legal inequalities in areas like health insurance and social security cost same-sex couples?
- A.
There is no financial impact to same-sex couples
- B.
Up to $41,000
- C.
Up to $247,000
- D.
Up to $468,000
- E.
Up to $1,023,000
Correct Answer
C. Up to $247,000Explanation
The New York Times in 2009 calculated the potential costs and benefits over a lifetime to same-sex couples who do not have federal marital status, estimating the worst-case scenario at $468k. More info: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/03/your-money/03money.htmlRate this question:
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- 12.
If you wanted to get more information on LGBT facts, issues, and news, do you know of resources (besides google) that you could use? (This question is not graded.)
- A.
Not at all
- B.
I know a couple resources
- C.
I know where to finds news, but not statistics
- D.
I feel pretty capable of finding the information I need
- E.
I have an entire bookmark folder of LGBT-related resources
Explanation
Talk to your ally leader and/or LGBT club leaders to get more information on resources within your community, and check out www.friendfactor.org for more info, facts, and current events.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Why are allies important for supporting the LGBT community? Check all that apply.
- A.
LGBT people only represent a small portion (4%) of the US population
- B.
Allies can reach groups of people who might not know or listen to an LGBT person
- C.
Allies are louder advocates because they don’t have to worry about being targeted
- D.
LGBT people feel more comfortable when they know who their supporters are in their community
- E.
Allies don’t really have an important role to play, the LGBT community is fine on its own
Correct Answer(s)
A. LGBT people only represent a small portion (4%) of the US population
B. Allies can reach groups of people who might not know or listen to an LGBT person
D. LGBT people feel more comfortable when they know who their supporters are in their communityExplanation
Allies are important for many reasons, including: straight people represent the vast majority of the US population and therefore have the capability to build a mainstream movement; allies can show a critical mass of support to LGBT people within their workplace and school communities; and some people may be more likely to listen to a straight person talk about LGBT issues than an LGBT person themself. However, allies can be targeted for their views and don't necessarily help the movement by being "louder". One thing that is clear is that allies have a key role to play in the movement for LGBT inclusion.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What can you do to be a strong ally of the LGBT community? Check all that apply.
- A.
Use gender neutral terms like partner, spouse, or significant other in your everyday language.
- B.
Put a rainbow sticker on your locker, laptop or bookbag.
- C.
Approach people you think might be in the closet to let them know you’re supportive.
- D.
Start a conversation with your team or social group about an LGBT current event.
- E.
Ignore people who make negative comments or jokes about LGBT people.
- F.
Show up to an LGBT club meeting.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Use gender neutral terms like partner, spouse, or significant other in your everyday language.
B. Put a rainbow sticker on your locker, laptop or bookbag.
D. Start a conversation with your team or social group about an LGBT current event.
F. Show up to an LGBT club meeting.Explanation
Changing your language, using visible identifiers, starting conversations, and showing up are all great ways to be a strong ally. Approaching people who may be in the closet is not a great way to be supportive because it reveals your own stereotypes and may make a person feel uncomfortable; every LGBT person comes out at their own pace. On the other hand, ignoring a negative comment or anti-gay joke implies accepting that those are okay things to say, so it is important to speak up rather than stay silent when anti-LGBT language is used.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How do you identify? Check all that apply.
- A.
Straight
- B.
Gay
- C.
Lesbian
- D.
Bisexual
- E.
Queer
- F.
Male
- G.
Female
- H.
Transgender
- I.
Genderqueer
- J.
Other
- K.
Prefer not to say
Explanation
This question is asking the respondent to identify their sexual orientation and gender identity. The options provided include a range of identities such as Straight, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Queer, Male, Female, Transgender, Genderqueer, Other, and Prefer not to say. The respondent can select all the options that apply to them, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of their identity.Rate this question:
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