GEE15 Gender and Society Chapter 1 Quiz: Sex, Gender, and Sexuality Concepts

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What is the main difference between sex and gender?

Sex is culturally defined, while gender is biologically determined.

Sex is biologically determined, while gender is socially determined. (correct)

Sex refers to physical attributes, while gender refers to genetic makeup.

Sex is unchanging over time, while gender varies within and among cultures.

Which of the following is an example of a sex determinant?

Social roles

Femininity

Chromosomes (correct)

Gender expression

In terms of gender, what represents socially constructed differences between men and women?

Masculinity and femininity (correct)

Genetic makeup

Physical attributes

Hormone levels

What defines an individual's gender according to the text?

Distinctive qualities culturally created as masculine or feminine Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe masculinity and femininity?

Distinctive qualities linked to cultural constructions of manhood and womanhood Signup and view all the answers

What aspect makes gender different from sex?

Socially and culturally constructed nature Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the phenomenon of determining the normality of a behavior based on whether it conforms to expectations relative to one's biological sex?

Heteronormativity Signup and view all the answers

In the social definition provided, which quality is associated with the 'Leader/Achiever' role?

Emotional Signup and view all the answers

What term describes cases when a person's biological sex does not align with their gender identity?

Transgender Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of gender pertains to emotional and sexual attraction to a person?

Sexual orientation Signup and view all the answers

What has changed in the human conception of gender and sexuality over time?

Conception of gender and sexuality Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the aspect of gender that reflects the sense of who we are - whether as a man, a woman, or neither?

Gender identity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of gender studies regarding social expectations, gender roles, and gender norms?

To disrupt and question social expectations, gender roles, and gender norms Signup and view all the answers

How are gender roles described in the context of gender studies?

As varying across time, country, and tribe Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'gender role' or 'sex role' in the study of gender and sexuality?

It sets culturally defined behaviors such as masculinity and femininity Signup and view all the answers

How does binary system view gender roles according to the text?

As a norm where men are masculine and women are feminine Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fourth Wave of intersectionality focus on?

Promoting action-based campaigns to deconstruct gender norms Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in conducting social research to ensure participant well-being?

Prioritizing participant well-being and avoiding undue harm Signup and view all the answers