Kinsey’s report led the government to “root out” gay employees. Based on this excerpt from the text, you can infer that the report also
A) created widespread support for gay people in the mid-20th century.
B) led the scientific community to accept interviews as a source of data.
C) helped gay people realize they were not alone in their sexual orientation.
D) reduced government persecution of gay employees during the 1950s.
The correct answer is C) helped gay people realize they were not alone in their sexual orientation.
Explanation: Kinsey’s report provided significant information about the sexual behaviors and practices of individuals, highlighting that many people experienced same-sex attraction. This likely helped individuals within the LGBTQ+ community understand that they were not isolated in their experiences, fostering a sense of community and awareness among gay individuals during a time when such discussions were often stigmatized.