Gender Stereotypes in Children's Toys
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What is the main focus of gender socialization?

  • Acquiring knowledge and skills
  • Understanding color preferences
  • Learning to become masculine and feminine according to cultural expectations (correct)
  • Developing self-hood

How is gender compared to sex in the context of socialization?

  • Gender is what is chosen while sex is what is given (correct)
  • Gender and sex are synonymous
  • Gender is innate while sex is learned
  • Gender is fluid while sex is fixed

Why is thinking of gender as binary problematic?

  • It simplifies the concept of gender socialization
  • It reinforces stereotypes about masculinity and femininity
  • It excludes individuals who do not fit into traditional gender norms
  • Both B and C (correct)

What are some examples of gender socialization agents mentioned in the text?

<p>Family and school (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do boys wearing pink illustrate a point about gender socialization?

<p>Boys are stigmatized for deviating from traditional gender norms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of socialization does gender socialization specifically focus on?

<p>Developing self-hood and knowledge acquisition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are girls typically expected to dress?

<p>In pink frilly dresses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are girls described in terms of playing with their dads?

<p>Sophisticated and delicate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contrast between how fathers play with daughters versus sons?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physical activity are fathers and sons more likely to engage in together?

<p>Soccer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are males typically portrayed in mainstream media according to the text?

<p>Physically aggressive and emotionally controlled (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the power of the male voice depicted in religion, as per the text?

<p>Significant form of socialization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of dress code is highlighted for Amish and Muslim women due to religion?

<p>Dressing modestly and covering their faces (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some dominant themes mentioned in the text regarding gender socialization?

<p>Typical gender stereotypes based on intersecting variables (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristics are expected from adult females as per the text?

<p>Relational, verbal, communicative, self-disclosing, sensitive, and kind (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are boys expected to be according to the text?

<p>Competitive and achievers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are male toddlers treated differently in public situations compared to female toddlers?

<p>Male toddlers are allowed to wander further away than female toddlers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the harms of emotional suppression described in the text?

<p>Difficulty identifying and managing emotions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are boys taught to handle their emotions according to the text?

<p>Suppress sadness and vulnerability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What societal expectation is placed on males in terms of employment?

<p>They are expected to be earners/providers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which role is typically assigned to women according to societal norms?

<p>Being supportive and nurturing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What societal assumption is made about every girl according to the text?

<p>They will become a wife, mother, or both (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are boys encouraged to be according to traditional gender expectations?

<p>Ambitious and self-sufficient (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the negative impacts of societal gender roles on boys?

<p>Harmful emotional suppression practices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does gender socialization in families mostly impact children?

<p>Children absorb behaviors more easily from their parents' actions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe killing babies based on their gender?

<p>Gendercide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do societal stereotypes influence the preference for male children according to the text?

<p>Societal norms emphasize the need for sons to carry on family legacies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact do pre-natal gender preferences have on some societies?

<p>They can lead to extreme measures like gender-based abortions and infanticide. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do naming conventions reflect gender stereotypes according to the text?

<p>Girl names flow more smoothly while boy names feature harsher sounds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of parental interaction on male and female babies according to the text?

<p>Parents unknowingly perpetuate gender stereotypes in their interactions with babies. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text suggest that societal norms can influence baby gender preferences?

<p>Both A and B (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'gendercide' refer to based on the information provided?

<p>'Gendercide' describes killing babies based on their gender. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common theme observed in boys' play according to the text?

<p>Striving, leadership, and competitiveness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are women getting less attention in sports according to the text?

<p>Female sports receive less media coverage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of gender separation in play during childhood according to the text?

<p>It reinforces gender stereotypes and limits cross-sex relationships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are elite female athletes often portrayed differently compared to male athletes?

<p>In skimpy attire and sexualized (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it mentioned that sports commentators use war-like language in the text?

<p>To reinforce gender stereotypes in sports (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason provided for females finding it difficult to attain equal pay in sports?

<p>Media bias towards male-dominated sports (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of separating children into same-sex peer groups as they grow older?

<p>Contributes to reinforcing gender stereotypes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a challenge for females even if they are successful in sports?

<p>Facing differential treatment and sexualization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as a potential positive outcome of encouraging cross-sex relationships?

<p>Mitigation of gender stereotypes and limitations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the interaction with female babies versus male babies?

<p>Boys receive more physical contact and movement, while girls receive more eye contact and verbal interaction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do people tend to interpret the emotions of a baby based on gender, according to the text?

<p>Boys are often seen as angry, while girls are perceived as frightened. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the gendered differences in room decor for children?

<p>Boys' rooms have bold primary colors and toys for active play, while girls' rooms have soft colors and focus on appearance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about emotional expression in childhood?

<p>Boys are encouraged to express anger, but not sadness or fear, while girls are allowed to express all emotions freely. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about behavior reinforcement in children based on gender?

<p>Boys are encouraged towards aggressive behavior while girls are rewarded for gentleness and empathy. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe family chores based on gender stereotypes?

<p>Women typically handle cooking and cleaning, while men handle outdoor tasks and technical maintenance due to gendered stereotypes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention the importance of eye contact for babies' development?

<p>Babies who receive less eye contact can suffer psychological harm as being looked at is a key experience of being recognized. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text describe the impact of gender stereotypes on children's play preferences?

<p>'Boys will be boys' encourages active play in boys while girls are steered towards focusing on their appearance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, how do gender norms influence children's development?

<p>Gender norms play a significant role in shaping children's sense of self through interactions and societal expectations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the interpretation of emotions based on gender stereotypes?

<p>Emotions are interpreted differently based on gender stereotypes, leading to different perceptions of the same emotions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one common effect of girl toys according to the text?

<p>Underdeveloped motor skills (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the capitalist market impact children's clothing according to the text?

<p>Markets multiple sets of clothing based on gender (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do peer groups offer in terms of gender socialization according to the text?

<p>Egalitarian relationships with a focus on interpersonal interactions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do boys' peer networks typically differ from females' according to the text?

<p>Males tend to share activities revolving around sports and automobiles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of female subculture expansion mentioned in the text?

<p>Inclusion of male dimensions such as sports and initiative (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common aspect of boys' activities and interactions?

<p>Being more rule-bound and competitive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does socioeconomic status influence female subculture according to the text?

<p>Factors into appearance by buying cool stuff and brand names (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gender tends to show higher levels of indirect aggression as per the text?

<p>Females (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized for boys in higher grades according to the text?

<p>Success with romantic partners (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the use of the term 'guys' represent a gender bias in language according to the text?

<p>It suggests addressing only males. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which language mentioned in the text is there no neutral gender option?

<p>Both B and C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the use of generic masculine language impact females according to the text?

<p>It silences and makes females invisible. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term represents a new generic masculine emerging from Canadian youth according to the text?

<p>&quot;Guys&quot; (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'mankind' refer to traditionally, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Humanity comprising both males and females (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one common job that women tend to be employed in, according to the text?

<p>Social workers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year was there significant progress in female representation in Canada's parliament?

<p>2019 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the unequal access of males and females to property, prestige, and power?

<p>Gender stratification (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the glass ceiling in the context of gender barriers and advantages?

<p>A barrier preventing women from reaching the highest executive level (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of a male's earnings does a female make for every dollar earned in Canada?

<p>73.5% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of leave policies does Sweden have according to the text?

<p>Generous maternity and paternity leave policies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge faced by women in male-dominated careers like construction or firefighting?

<p>Societal stereotypes and gender bias (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the representation of females in Sweden's parliament compared to Canada?

<p>Female representation is higher in Sweden than in Canada (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tends to happen to women without families during the hiring process based on gender assumptions?

<p>They are overlooked due to assumptions about future maternity leave (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What practice is common in India where a staged kitchen fire is used to murder a bride?

<p>Dowry burning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the practice called where females have their genitals removed in certain cultures?

<p>Clitoridectomy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Mahsa Amini arrested in Iran according to the text?

<p>For speaking against hijab (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of veiling women in some Islamic cultures?

<p>To maintain their sexual purity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a consequence of female genital mutilation according to the text?

<p>Increased libido (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do some families in Canada face prosecution regarding female genital mutilation?

<p>Both C and D (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason provided for the practice of dowries in India?

<p>As a form of financial security for brides (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main consequences faced by females who survive female genital mutilation?

<p>Extreme pain while urinating and menstruating (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized in some Islamic countries regarding women's presence during social gatherings?

<p>Women should not be present when guests are around (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome for Indigenous women who are promised good jobs but end up in the sex trade industry?

<p>Being forcibly addicted to substances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe gender inequality within the context of religious institutions like evangelical Christianity?

<p>Women facing sexual abuse by leaders within the church (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor contributing to the perpetuation of gender inequality in domestic work despite progress in workplace equality?

<p>Traditional gendered ideologies around housework (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text describe the progress made in shared tasks within dual-earner marriages?

<p>Incremental improvement in men's involvement in household chores (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the role of women in workplace equality compared to domestic equality?

<p>'Notions of gender inequality have not translated into the domestic world' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred in 1964 according to the text?

<p>Contraceptives were legalized (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Prior to changes in rape laws, what was a key requirement for evidence of rape?

<p>Both B and C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a common expectation for females seeking a promotion, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Participating in sexual activities with the boss (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the treatment of women who come forward with rape accusations?

<p>They face humiliation and blame (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current status of a third wave as discussed in the text?

<p>It is yet to be identified (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major factor driving women to advocate for the prohibition of alcohol according to the text?

<p>Increased violence and family issues due to alcohol consumption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key motivation for women to join the suffrage movement?

<p>Wish to bring about cultural change (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used in the text to describe women advocating for the right to vote?

<p>Suffragists (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event prompted the birth of the suffragettes according to the text?

<p>Lack of women's representation in parliament (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant achievement of Nellie McClung as mentioned in the text?

<p>Playing a key role in obtaining female suffrage in Manitoba (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one outcome of Betty Friedan's book 'The Feminine Mystique'?

<p>Initiation of the Royal Commission on the Status of Women (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key focus of the Royal Commission on the Status of Women in Canada?

<p>Examining gender inequality in various sectors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why were women recruited into manufacturing during WWII according to the text?

<p>To produce essential goods while men were at war (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Friedan challenge regarding women's roles in society?

<p>The ideology promoting domestic bliss for women (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do men in women-dominated occupations often experience a phenomenon known as the 'glass elevator'?

<p>They receive more promotions and clients due to their gender. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'glass cellar' as described in the text?

<p>The phenomenon where men are more likely to be victims of occupational deaths. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major factor contributing to men perpetrating violence?

<p>Pressure from society to exhibit traditional masculinity traits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is a key issue related to how males are socialized in terms of violence?

<p>The reinforcement of aggressive and violent behavior as characteristics of masculinity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text propose to address the issue of violence perpetration by males?

<p>By acknowledging and changing societal expectations related to masculinity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a consequence of societal expectations on males regarding violence, assertiveness, and aggression?

<p>Deep psychological harm to males leading some individuals towards physical violence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are females more likely to be victims of common assault according to the text?

<p>Because they are socialized to avoid confrontation and conflict. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one impact of societal expectations related to masculinity on boys' emotions?

<p>Suppression of tender emotions like fear, sadness, and vulnerability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest society views physical violence as a problem?

<p>As a social issue stemming from individual behaviors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'third shift' that women often take on?

<p>Taking care of their own parents and in-laws (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Naomi Wolf's book 'The Beauty Myth', what argument does she make regarding women's freedom in careers and employment?

<p>Women are still constrained by societal beauty standards despite career opportunities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the First Wave of the Enlightenment (1780-1920), what argument did Mary Wollstonecraft make regarding gender equality?

<p>Men and women are fundamentally the same and should have equal rights. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activities were women heavily involved in during social reform movements in the United States, according to the text?

<p>Advocating for abolition and temperance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the impact of societal beauty standards on women?

<p>Creating unhealthy body image, dieting, and mental health challenges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant involvement of women during the abolition movement in the US?

<p>Advancing the cause of freeing slaves (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mary Wollstonecraft's argument in the text, why should men and women be considered equal?

<p>Both genders possess similar rational abilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the impact of societal beauty standards on women's self-image?

<p>Creating unrealistic expectations leading to harmful behaviors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of social reform movements led by women in history?

<p>Advocacy for equal rights and societal improvements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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