120 Questions
What is the main focus of gender socialization?
Learning to become masculine and feminine according to cultural expectations
How is gender compared to sex in the context of socialization?
Gender is what is chosen while sex is what is given
Why is thinking of gender as binary problematic?
Both B and C
What are some examples of gender socialization agents mentioned in the text?
Family and school
Why do boys wearing pink illustrate a point about gender socialization?
Boys are stigmatized for deviating from traditional gender norms
What aspect of socialization does gender socialization specifically focus on?
Developing self-hood and knowledge acquisition
How are girls typically expected to dress?
In pink frilly dresses
How are girls described in terms of playing with their dads?
Sophisticated and delicate
What is the contrast between how fathers play with daughters versus sons?
All of the above
What physical activity are fathers and sons more likely to engage in together?
Soccer
How are males typically portrayed in mainstream media according to the text?
Physically aggressive and emotionally controlled
How is the power of the male voice depicted in religion, as per the text?
Significant form of socialization
What aspect of dress code is highlighted for Amish and Muslim women due to religion?
Dressing modestly and covering their faces
What are some dominant themes mentioned in the text regarding gender socialization?
Typical gender stereotypes based on intersecting variables
What characteristics are expected from adult females as per the text?
Relational, verbal, communicative, self-disclosing, sensitive, and kind
What are boys expected to be according to the text?
Competitive and achievers
How are male toddlers treated differently in public situations compared to female toddlers?
Male toddlers are allowed to wander further away than female toddlers.
What is one of the harms of emotional suppression described in the text?
Difficulty identifying and managing emotions
How are boys taught to handle their emotions according to the text?
Suppress sadness and vulnerability
What societal expectation is placed on males in terms of employment?
They are expected to be earners/providers
Which role is typically assigned to women according to societal norms?
Being supportive and nurturing
What societal assumption is made about every girl according to the text?
They will become a wife, mother, or both
How are boys encouraged to be according to traditional gender expectations?
Ambitious and self-sufficient
What is one of the negative impacts of societal gender roles on boys?
Harmful emotional suppression practices
How does gender socialization in families mostly impact children?
Children absorb behaviors more easily from their parents' actions.
What is the term used to describe killing babies based on their gender?
Gendercide
How do societal stereotypes influence the preference for male children according to the text?
Societal norms emphasize the need for sons to carry on family legacies.
What impact do pre-natal gender preferences have on some societies?
They can lead to extreme measures like gender-based abortions and infanticide.
How do naming conventions reflect gender stereotypes according to the text?
Girl names flow more smoothly while boy names feature harsher sounds.
What is the impact of parental interaction on male and female babies according to the text?
Parents unknowingly perpetuate gender stereotypes in their interactions with babies.
In what way does the text suggest that societal norms can influence baby gender preferences?
Both A and B
What does the term 'gendercide' refer to based on the information provided?
'Gendercide' describes killing babies based on their gender.
What is a common theme observed in boys' play according to the text?
Striving, leadership, and competitiveness
Why are women getting less attention in sports according to the text?
Female sports receive less media coverage
What is the significance of gender separation in play during childhood according to the text?
It reinforces gender stereotypes and limits cross-sex relationships
How are elite female athletes often portrayed differently compared to male athletes?
In skimpy attire and sexualized
Why is it mentioned that sports commentators use war-like language in the text?
To reinforce gender stereotypes in sports
What is one reason provided for females finding it difficult to attain equal pay in sports?
Media bias towards male-dominated sports
What is the impact of separating children into same-sex peer groups as they grow older?
Contributes to reinforcing gender stereotypes
What is highlighted as a challenge for females even if they are successful in sports?
Facing differential treatment and sexualization
What is indicated as a potential positive outcome of encouraging cross-sex relationships?
Mitigation of gender stereotypes and limitations
What does the text suggest about the interaction with female babies versus male babies?
Boys receive more physical contact and movement, while girls receive more eye contact and verbal interaction.
How do people tend to interpret the emotions of a baby based on gender, according to the text?
Boys are often seen as angry, while girls are perceived as frightened.
How does the text describe the gendered differences in room decor for children?
Boys' rooms have bold primary colors and toys for active play, while girls' rooms have soft colors and focus on appearance.
What does the text imply about emotional expression in childhood?
Boys are encouraged to express anger, but not sadness or fear, while girls are allowed to express all emotions freely.
What does the text say about behavior reinforcement in children based on gender?
Boys are encouraged towards aggressive behavior while girls are rewarded for gentleness and empathy.
How does the text describe family chores based on gender stereotypes?
Women typically handle cooking and cleaning, while men handle outdoor tasks and technical maintenance due to gendered stereotypes.
Why does the text mention the importance of eye contact for babies' development?
Babies who receive less eye contact can suffer psychological harm as being looked at is a key experience of being recognized.
In what way does the text describe the impact of gender stereotypes on children's play preferences?
'Boys will be boys' encourages active play in boys while girls are steered towards focusing on their appearance.
Based on the information provided, how do gender norms influence children's development?
Gender norms play a significant role in shaping children's sense of self through interactions and societal expectations.
What does the text suggest about the interpretation of emotions based on gender stereotypes?
Emotions are interpreted differently based on gender stereotypes, leading to different perceptions of the same emotions.
What is one common effect of girl toys according to the text?
Underdeveloped motor skills
How does the capitalist market impact children's clothing according to the text?
Markets multiple sets of clothing based on gender
What do peer groups offer in terms of gender socialization according to the text?
Egalitarian relationships with a focus on interpersonal interactions
How do boys' peer networks typically differ from females' according to the text?
Males tend to share activities revolving around sports and automobiles
What is a key characteristic of female subculture expansion mentioned in the text?
Inclusion of male dimensions such as sports and initiative
What is a common aspect of boys' activities and interactions?
Being more rule-bound and competitive
How does socioeconomic status influence female subculture according to the text?
Factors into appearance by buying cool stuff and brand names
Which gender tends to show higher levels of indirect aggression as per the text?
Females
What is emphasized for boys in higher grades according to the text?
Success with romantic partners
How does the use of the term 'guys' represent a gender bias in language according to the text?
It suggests addressing only males.
In which language mentioned in the text is there no neutral gender option?
Both B and C
How does the use of generic masculine language impact females according to the text?
It silences and makes females invisible.
Which term represents a new generic masculine emerging from Canadian youth according to the text?
"Guys"
What does the term 'mankind' refer to traditionally, as mentioned in the text?
Humanity comprising both males and females
What is one common job that women tend to be employed in, according to the text?
Social workers
In what year was there significant progress in female representation in Canada's parliament?
2019
What term is used to describe the unequal access of males and females to property, prestige, and power?
Gender stratification
What is the glass ceiling in the context of gender barriers and advantages?
A barrier preventing women from reaching the highest executive level
What percentage of a male's earnings does a female make for every dollar earned in Canada?
73.5%
What type of leave policies does Sweden have according to the text?
Generous maternity and paternity leave policies
What is a key challenge faced by women in male-dominated careers like construction or firefighting?
Societal stereotypes and gender bias
How does the text describe the representation of females in Sweden's parliament compared to Canada?
Female representation is higher in Sweden than in Canada
What tends to happen to women without families during the hiring process based on gender assumptions?
They are overlooked due to assumptions about future maternity leave
What practice is common in India where a staged kitchen fire is used to murder a bride?
Dowry burning
What is the practice called where females have their genitals removed in certain cultures?
Clitoridectomy
Why was Mahsa Amini arrested in Iran according to the text?
For speaking against hijab
What is the purpose of veiling women in some Islamic cultures?
To maintain their sexual purity
What is NOT a consequence of female genital mutilation according to the text?
Increased libido
Why do some families in Canada face prosecution regarding female genital mutilation?
Both C and D
What is one reason provided for the practice of dowries in India?
As a form of financial security for brides
What are the main consequences faced by females who survive female genital mutilation?
Extreme pain while urinating and menstruating
What is emphasized in some Islamic countries regarding women's presence during social gatherings?
Women should not be present when guests are around
What is a common outcome for Indigenous women who are promised good jobs but end up in the sex trade industry?
Being forcibly addicted to substances
How does the text describe gender inequality within the context of religious institutions like evangelical Christianity?
Women facing sexual abuse by leaders within the church
What is a key factor contributing to the perpetuation of gender inequality in domestic work despite progress in workplace equality?
Traditional gendered ideologies around housework
In what way does the text describe the progress made in shared tasks within dual-earner marriages?
Incremental improvement in men's involvement in household chores
How does the text describe the role of women in workplace equality compared to domestic equality?
'Notions of gender inequality have not translated into the domestic world'
What significant change occurred in 1964 according to the text?
Contraceptives were legalized
Prior to changes in rape laws, what was a key requirement for evidence of rape?
Both B and C
What was a common expectation for females seeking a promotion, as mentioned in the text?
Participating in sexual activities with the boss
What does the text suggest about the treatment of women who come forward with rape accusations?
They face humiliation and blame
What is the current status of a third wave as discussed in the text?
It is yet to be identified
What was a major factor driving women to advocate for the prohibition of alcohol according to the text?
Increased violence and family issues due to alcohol consumption
What was a key motivation for women to join the suffrage movement?
Wish to bring about cultural change
What term is used in the text to describe women advocating for the right to vote?
Suffragists
Which event prompted the birth of the suffragettes according to the text?
Lack of women's representation in parliament
What was one significant achievement of Nellie McClung as mentioned in the text?
Playing a key role in obtaining female suffrage in Manitoba
What was one outcome of Betty Friedan's book 'The Feminine Mystique'?
Initiation of the Royal Commission on the Status of Women
What was a key focus of the Royal Commission on the Status of Women in Canada?
Examining gender inequality in various sectors
Why were women recruited into manufacturing during WWII according to the text?
To produce essential goods while men were at war
What did Friedan challenge regarding women's roles in society?
The ideology promoting domestic bliss for women
Why do men in women-dominated occupations often experience a phenomenon known as the 'glass elevator'?
They receive more promotions and clients due to their gender.
What is the 'glass cellar' as described in the text?
The phenomenon where men are more likely to be victims of occupational deaths.
What is a major factor contributing to men perpetrating violence?
Pressure from society to exhibit traditional masculinity traits.
What does the text suggest is a key issue related to how males are socialized in terms of violence?
The reinforcement of aggressive and violent behavior as characteristics of masculinity.
In what way does the text propose to address the issue of violence perpetration by males?
By acknowledging and changing societal expectations related to masculinity.
What is highlighted as a consequence of societal expectations on males regarding violence, assertiveness, and aggression?
Deep psychological harm to males leading some individuals towards physical violence.
Why are females more likely to be victims of common assault according to the text?
Because they are socialized to avoid confrontation and conflict.
What is one impact of societal expectations related to masculinity on boys' emotions?
Suppression of tender emotions like fear, sadness, and vulnerability.
How does the text suggest society views physical violence as a problem?
As a social issue stemming from individual behaviors.
What is the 'third shift' that women often take on?
Taking care of their own parents and in-laws
In Naomi Wolf's book 'The Beauty Myth', what argument does she make regarding women's freedom in careers and employment?
Women are still constrained by societal beauty standards despite career opportunities.
During the First Wave of the Enlightenment (1780-1920), what argument did Mary Wollstonecraft make regarding gender equality?
Men and women are fundamentally the same and should have equal rights.
What activities were women heavily involved in during social reform movements in the United States, according to the text?
Advocating for abolition and temperance
How does the text describe the impact of societal beauty standards on women?
Creating unhealthy body image, dieting, and mental health challenges
What was one significant involvement of women during the abolition movement in the US?
Advancing the cause of freeing slaves
According to Mary Wollstonecraft's argument in the text, why should men and women be considered equal?
Both genders possess similar rational abilities.
How does the text describe the impact of societal beauty standards on women's self-image?
Creating unrealistic expectations leading to harmful behaviors
What was the primary focus of social reform movements led by women in history?
Advocacy for equal rights and societal improvements
Explore the impact of gender stereotypes on the development of motor skills and play styles in children based on the types of toys they are given. Understand how different toys can influence spatial manipulation, aggression, competition, and nurturance.
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