Note: This article is an online supplement to Volume 9, Number 3 (Winter 2000) of Bright Ideas.

1. Define heterosexuality

2. How can you tell if someone is heterosexual (straight)?

3. What causes heterosexuality?

4. Is it possible that heterosexuality stems from a neurotic fear of others of the same sex?

5. The media seems to portray straights as preoccupied with (genital) sex. Do you think this is so?

6. Do you think straights flaunt their sexuality? If so, why?

7. In a straight couple, who takes the dominant role and who takes the passive role?

8. 40% of married couples get divorced. Why is it so difficult for straights to stay in long-term relationships?

9. Considering the consequences of overpopulation, could the human race survive if everyone were heterosexual?

10. 99% of reported rapists are heterosexual. Why are straights so sexually aggressive?

11. The majority of child molesters are heterosexuals. Do you consider it safe to expose children to heterosexual scout leaders, teachers, coaches, etc.?

12. Are you offended when a straight person of the other sex "comes on" to you?

13. When did you choose your sexual orientation?

14. How easy would it be for you if you wanted to change your sexual orientation starting right now?

15. What have been your reactions to answering these questions? What feelings have you experienced? Why?