For the Victorians, Masturbation Was a Form of Self-Abuse and Seen

question 4

Multiple Choice

For the Victorians, masturbation was a form of self-abuse and seen as dangerous. Why was this particular sexual activity strongly condemned?

• A) It was known to be a vector for sexually transmitted infections.
• B) Masturbation was considered a form of homosexuality.
• C) Many people felt it was not actually pleasurable.
• D) Sex was for procreation only and masturbation did not result in children.

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An expression that conveys a judgment or opinion.

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A method of analyzing categorical propositions in the field of logic, typically involving the relationships between universal and particular statements.

Propositions

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