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Gender Roles in Different Societies Quiz

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What is the definition of gender?

Characteristics and behaviors unique to each sex
Roles assigned based on biological differences
Traits and roles prescribed as masculine or feminine (correct)
Beliefs about the superiority of one sex over another

How do gender relations in Israeli kibbutzim compare to the three New Guinea societies studied by Margaret Mead?

Genders in kibbutzim are highly traditional and strictly defined.
Israeli kibbutzim exhibit complete gender equality, while the New Guinea societies show varied gender norms. (correct)
New Guinea societies have strict gender equality, while kibbutzim have clear gender roles.
Gender roles are fluid in all the studied societies.

What defines sexism?

The belief that one sex is superior to the other. (correct)
Promoting gender neutrality in society.
Having equal opportunities for both sexes.
Believing that genders should have distinct roles.

What is the main argument made by feminism regarding sexual violence?

Feminism argues that sexual violence is accepted in modern society and eliminating forms of it such as sexual harassment, rape, domestic violence, and pornography will create a safer society for women. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Intersection Theory propose?

People can be disadvantaged by multiple intersecting factors. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key idea behind the concept of 'gender as a social construct' according to the text?

Gender is created through societal expectations and norms that go beyond biological sex. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best reflects the general principles of feminism?

"Equality between genders should be pursued." (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key focus of Barrie Thorne's research?

The impact of gender socialization on children's development. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do the gender norms in the three New Guinea societies differ according to Margaret Mead's research?

Society #3 had reversed gender norms compared to what is typical. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'gender stratification' refer to according to the text?

The unequal distribution of power and resources along gender lines. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key insight provided by the concept of 'intersectionality' according to the text?

That multiple marginalized identities intersect to create unique experiences of discrimination. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the concept of 'gender as structure'?

Gender forms boundaries and different groups with the expectations of gender forming rigid boundaries. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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