12 Questions
What is the definition of gender?
Traits and roles prescribed as masculine or feminine
How do gender relations in Israeli kibbutzim compare to the three New Guinea societies studied by Margaret Mead?
Israeli kibbutzim exhibit complete gender equality, while the New Guinea societies show varied gender norms.
What defines sexism?
The belief that one sex is superior to the other.
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.
What does Intersection Theory propose?
People can be disadvantaged by multiple intersecting factors.
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.
Which of the following best reflects the general principles of feminism?
"Equality between genders should be pursued."
What is the key focus of Barrie Thorne's research?
The impact of gender socialization on children's development.
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.
What does the term 'gender stratification' refer to according to the text?
The unequal distribution of power and resources along gender lines.
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.
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.
Test your knowledge on gender roles in different societies, from the traits and roles prescribed as masculine or feminine to real-life examples such as Israeli kibbutz and New Guinea societies studied by Margaret Mead.
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