Research Papers / Survey on whether or not homosexual couples should be allowed to adopt children [9]

I'm conducting a survey in order to write an essay for my Communication Studies class. My topic is "Should homosexual couples be allowed to adopt children?"

I'd really appreciate it if persons could give your views on this topic; provide reasons for these views etc. Please include answers to the following questions as well

Sex

Sexual Orientation

Age group: 13-19
20-30
31-40
41-50
over 50

1. Do you think a couple's sexual orientation should be a deciding factor in whether or not they can adopt a child? Give reasons for your answer.

2. Do you agree that homosexual couples should be given the right to adopt children as a part of their constitutional right?

3. do you believe that by having homosexual parents a child will automatically 'become' gay?

4. Do you believe that there is a greater likelihood of physical and sexual abuse (of children) in adoptive, homosexual families?

Are your views on this topic influenced by general societal view; your cultural environment; religion or any other factor? If yes, please state which and explain.

THANK YOU IN ADVANCE