Gender and Sexuality Unit 1 Quiz

Lesson Objectives

• Differentiate between sex, gender, and sexuality for understanding social constructs.
• Discuss the implications of these differences on identity and society.
• Reflect on personal sexuality and the significance of acknowledging sexual diversity.

Sex

• Refers to the biological and physiological characteristics associated with being male or female.
• Involves factors such as chromosomes, hormone levels, and reproductive/sexual anatomy.

Gender

• Pertains to roles, behaviors, and expectations society assigns to individuals based on their sex.
• Encompasses a spectrum that goes beyond male and female, recognizing non-binary and gender-fluid identities.

Gender Identity

• An individual's personal conception of themselves as male, female, a blend of both, or neither.
• May or may not align with the individual's biological sex.

Sexual Orientation

• Heterosexual: Attraction to the opposite sex.
• Homosexual (Gay/Lesbian): Attraction to the same sex.
• Bisexual: Attraction to both sexes.
• Queer: A term often used interchangeably with homosexual, but can also encompass a spectrum of sexual identities.
• LGBTQ: An acronym that includes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer identities, representing a broader spectrum of sexual and gender diversity.

Appreciating Diversity

• Understanding and accepting various sexual orientations and gender identities fosters inclusivity.
• Promotes awareness of the sociocultural dynamics influencing perceptions of sex, gender, and sexuality.

Quiz Topics

• Distinguish between Hermaphroditism (having both male and female reproductive traits) and Heteronormativity (the societal norm that promotes heterosexual relationships as the default).
• Reflect on the evolving nature of societal values regarding sexuality, signifying that current norms may change over time.