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Functionalism and Gender Differences

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According to functionalism, why did the traditional division of responsibilities between males and females survive?

Because it was beneficial to human living (correct)

Due to societal pressure

To challenge traditional gender roles

To create conflict in society

What is emphasized in Conflict Theory regarding gender differences?

Advocating for gender segregation

Promoting gender equality

Encouraging gender-neutral practices

Maintaining traditional gender roles (correct)

How do Conflict theorists view traditional gender roles?

As essential for gender equality

As beneficial for women's empowerment

As necessary for societal progress

As outdated (correct)

What was the most recent example of maintaining the gender status quo mentioned in the text?

Girls being prohibited from attending school in Afghanistan by the Taliban Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of society does Functionalism focus on?

Structure with interrelated parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the learning of behavior and attitudes considered appropriate for a given sex?

Gender socialization Signup and view all the answers

How are males and females expected to act according to Symbolic Interactionism?

They are supposed to act based on mutually understood symbols Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence faced by women who left the home without a male relative's protection?

Their windows were painted black Signup and view all the answers

In gender socialization, what do parents play a significant role in?

Reinforcing traditional gender roles Signup and view all the answers

What encourages teenagers to conform to idealized role models according to the text?

Peer group pressure Signup and view all the answers