Gender, Sex, and Sexuality Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is NOT a product of gender stereotyping?

A father buying a basketball hoop for his daughter's eighth birthday. (correct)

A music store employee encouraging a young woman to study the piano or flute instead of the drums or guitar.

Keisha's mom encouraging her to take home economics over shop class so she can please her future husband.

A teacher discouraging a female student from entering the military, suggesting nursing school instead.

Jenny is given a doll for her 2nd birthday, while her brother, Tyrone, is given a fire truck. This is an example of gender:

Socialization (correct)

Indifference

Bending

Stratification

Biological determinism is:

An individual's sense of being either masculine or feminine

The belief that men and women behave differently due to differences in their biology (correct)

The prejudiced belief that one sex should be valued over another

An extreme or irrational aversion to homosexuals

Peggy accepts a job offer as an advertising copywriter. Her boss immediately assigns her campaigns for products such as makeup and cleaning products. Peggy is experiencing:

Sexism Signup and view all the answers

What is the first agent of socialization?

Family Signup and view all the answers

The term sexuality is defined as:

A person's capacity for sexual feelings. Signup and view all the answers

Gender Dysphoria is:

A condition of people whose gender at birth is contrary to the one they identify with Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between sex and gender?

Sex refers to physical or physiological differences between males and females, while gender is the extent to which one identifies as being either masculine or feminine. Signup and view all the answers

When Wendy's sorority sisters discover that Wendy is a lesbian, they hold a secret meeting to decide if Wendy should still be allowed to pledge. A handful of the sisters vote 'no.' This is an example of:

Homophobia Signup and view all the answers

The term doing gender can be defined as:

When people perform tasks based upon the gender assigned to them by society and, in turn, themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of queer theory?

To question the ways society perceives and experiences sex, gender, and sexuality. Signup and view all the answers

In 1973, the American Psychological Association (APA) declassified homosexuality as an abnormal or deviant disorder. Which sociological perspective would be most interested in the statement the (APA) made to society?

Symbolic Interactionism Signup and view all the answers

A person's sex, as determined by his or her biology, does not always correspond with his or her gender.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the Kinsey Scale?

A six-point rating system that ranges from exclusively heterosexual to exclusively homosexual orientation. Signup and view all the answers

The term sexual orientation can be defined as:

A person's emotional and sexual attraction to a particular sex. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gender Stereotyping

Gender stereotyping influences decisions and expectations regarding gender roles.
Examples include discouraging women from pursuing traditionally male-dominated careers or educational paths.

Gender Socialization

Socialization refers to the way children are taught societal norms related to gender.
Example: Girls receiving dolls, boys receiving trucks exemplifies gender-specific socialization.

Biological Determinism

Biological determinism argues that behavioral differences between men and women stem from biological differences.

Sexism

Peggy's experience illustrates sexism, showing how women may be limited to certain roles or products in the workforce.

Family as the First Agent of Socialization

Family plays a crucial role in the initial socialization of individuals regarding gender norms and roles.

Definition of Sexuality

Sexuality encompasses an individual's capacity for sexual feelings and attractions, extending beyond biological characteristics.

Gender Dysphoria

Gender dysphoria is a condition experienced by individuals whose gender identity does not align with their sex assigned at birth.

Difference Between Sex and Gender

Sex refers to biological and physiological differences between males and females, while gender pertains to individuals’ identification as masculine or feminine.

Homophobia

Social rejection based on someone's sexual orientation can manifest through instances like Wendy's exclusion from her sorority.

Doing Gender

The concept refers to behaviors performed based on societal gender expectations, reinforcing traditional gender roles.

Purpose of Queer Theory

Queer theory aims to challenge and analyze societal norms around sex, gender, and sexuality.

Sociological Perspective on Homosexuality

Symbolic Interactionism examines the implications of associations like the APA’s declassification of homosexuality as a disorder.

Sex and Gender Discrepancies

It is true that a person’s biological sex may not align with their identified gender.

Kinsey Scale

The Kinsey Scale is a tool for measuring sexual orientation on a continuum from exclusive heterosexuality to exclusive homosexuality.

Definition of Sexual Orientation

Sexual orientation denotes a person’s emotional and sexual attraction towards a specific sex, forming a key identity aspect.

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Test your understanding of gender, sex, and sexuality concepts with these flashcards. Focus on the impact of gender stereotyping and its effects on individuals' choices and societal roles. Perfect for students studying social sciences or gender studies.