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What are the two main concepts discussed in this lesson?
What are the two main concepts discussed in this lesson?
Sex and Gender
What does sex refer to?
What does sex refer to?
Culture has a significant influence on one's sex.
Culture has a significant influence on one's sex.
False (B)
What is the definition of sexuality?
What is the definition of sexuality?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of sexuality discussed in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of sexuality discussed in the text?
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What does gender mean in this context?
What does gender mean in this context?
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Gender is determined solely by biology.
Gender is determined solely by biology.
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What are gender roles?
What are gender roles?
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Gender roles are static and universal.
Gender roles are static and universal.
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a gender role?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a gender role?
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Gender roles can be changed over time.
Gender roles can be changed over time.
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What term refers to the biological categories of female and male?
What term refers to the biological categories of female and male?
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What refers to the socially constructed set of roles and responsibilities that go along with being male or female?
What refers to the socially constructed set of roles and responsibilities that go along with being male or female?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic about sex?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic about sex?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of gender?
Which of the following is a characteristic of gender?
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Gender roles are the same across all cultures and societies.
Gender roles are the same across all cultures and societies.
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What is the term for the way someone identifies their gender?
What is the term for the way someone identifies their gender?
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What refers to a person's sexual attraction, interest, and behavior?
What refers to a person's sexual attraction, interest, and behavior?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of sexuality?
Which of the following is NOT a type of sexuality?
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Asexual individuals experience no sexual attraction whatsoever.
Asexual individuals experience no sexual attraction whatsoever.
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What is the term for a person whose gender identity does not align with the sex assigned to them at birth?
What is the term for a person whose gender identity does not align with the sex assigned to them at birth?
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Intersex individuals are born with sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions.
Intersex individuals are born with sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions.
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What is the key difference between sex and gender?
What is the key difference between sex and gender?
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Study Notes
Gender and Society Introduction
- Learning Objectives:
- Distinguish between sex and gender.
- Identify gender issues in the community.
- Compare and contrast gender realities.
Basic Concepts
- Sex/Sexuality: Deals with biological characteristics defining humans as female or male.
- Gender/Gender Roles: Socially constructed roles and responsibilities associated with being male or female, varying across cultures and time. Gender is not determined biologically but is learned and constructed socially.
Quotes
- "I am no bird; and no net ensnares me: I am a free human being with an independent will." - Charlotte Brontë, Jane Eyre
Sex
- Biological categories: Female and male, distinguished by genes, chromosomes, and hormones.
- Culture has no influence on sex; it's relatively stable and not easily changed.
- Recent technology allows some change in biological sex.
Sexuality
- Defined by how individuals identify, experience sexual and romantic attraction (if any), and preferences related to relationships and behavior.
Different Types of Sexuality
- Types of sexuality are diverse and include bisexual, asexual, transgender, intersex, etc. (visual examples are in the provided images).
Gender
- Defined by relations between men and women, considering both perceptual and material aspects.
- Gender is not determined biologically but socially constructed.
Gender Roles
- Expectations associated with being male or female, typically with men being strong, independent, and competitive, and women being caring, expressive, polite, and helpful.
- These are societal expectations, not biological absolutes and change over time.
Sex vs. Gender
- Sex refers to biological attributes.
- Gender refers to societal roles and expectations.
- Practical point: Society shapes experiences and rights differently based on sex at birth.
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Description
This quiz explores the distinction between sex and gender, addressing key concepts and issues related to gender in society. It covers biological interpretations as well as social constructs, providing a comprehensive understanding of gender roles and realities. Engage with critical quotes and concepts to deepen your knowledge of gender studies.
