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Which of the following is NOT a product of gender stereotyping?
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:
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:
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:
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:
What is the first agent of socialization?
What is the first agent of socialization?
The term sexuality is defined as:
The term sexuality is defined as:
Gender Dysphoria is:
Gender Dysphoria is:
What is the difference between sex and gender?
What is the difference between sex and gender?
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:
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:
The term doing gender can be defined as:
The term doing gender can be defined as:
What is the purpose of queer theory?
What is the purpose of queer theory?
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?
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?
A person's sex, as determined by his or her biology, does not always correspond with his or her gender.
A person's sex, as determined by his or her biology, does not always correspond with his or her gender.
What is the Kinsey Scale?
What is the Kinsey Scale?
The term sexual orientation can be defined as:
The term sexual orientation can be defined as:
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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