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LGBTQ Test: Check Your Awareness & Knowledge

Posted inMental Health

LGBTQ+ Awareness Test

How well do you know LGBTQ+ identities, terminology, history, and culture? This test will help you evaluate your current knowledge and learn more about the diverse experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.

⏱️ Time: 8-10 minutes
📝 Questions: 15
1. What does the “Q” in LGBTQ+ commonly stand for?
2. Which of the following best describes gender identity?
3. What historic event is celebrated during Pride Month in June?
4. Pansexual refers to someone who:
5. What does it mean to be “non-binary”?
6. Which pronouns might a non-binary person use?
7. What does “cisgender” mean?
8. Asexual individuals:
9. What does “coming out” refer to?
10. The rainbow Pride flag was originally designed by:
11. What does the term “deadnaming” mean?
12. Which statement about bisexuality is TRUE?
13. Intersex refers to:
14. What is the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity?
15. Which of the following is the most respectful way to ask about someone’s pronouns?
Please answer all questions before submitting.

References

  1. Human Rights Campaign Foundation. (2023). Glossary of Terms. Washington, DC: Human Rights Campaign. Retrieved from https://www.hrc.org/resources/glossary-of-terms
  2. The Trevor Project. (2021). Measuring Youth Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. West Hollywood, CA: The Trevor Project. Retrieved from https://www.thetrevorproject.org
  3. GLAAD Media Reference Guide. (2023). LGBTQ Terminology. New York, NY: GLAAD. Retrieved from https://www.glaad.org/reference
  4. National Center for Transgender Equality. (2022). Understanding Non-Binary People: How to Be Respectful and Supportive. Washington, DC: NCTE.
  5. Stonewall. (2023). List of LGBTQ+ Terms. London, UK: Stonewall. Retrieved from https://www.stonewall.org.uk/help-advice/faqs-and-glossary/glossary-terms
  6. American Psychological Association. (2021). Guidelines for Psychological Practice with Sexual Minority Persons. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.