Questions and Answers
Sociologists classify women as a ________ because each society has set up barriers that prevent women from gaining equal access to power, property and prestige.
minority group
Research shows that men will earn more money than equally qualified women.
True
While the notion of sex refers to biological characteristics, the concept of gender refers to ________ characteristics.
social
The types of work that men and women perform in each society are primarily determined by the biological capabilities of each sex.
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Research has shown that the majority of students graduating with a degree in library science are women. This sex-typing of majors is primarily due to ________.
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Although gender inequality appears to have existed in all societies, the society that appears to have been the most egalitarian was the ________ society.
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Which of the following statements best describes how feminists view sexual harassment?
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Based on cross-cultural studies, whose work would be given more prestige in their respective societies: Felix, a goat tender in Ecuador, or John, a nurse in France?
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Sociologists classify females as a minority group because:
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Because gender is especially significant and cuts across all aspects of social life, sociologically it qualifies as being a ________ status.
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Study Notes
Gender and Minority Status
- Women are classified as a minority group due to societal barriers limiting access to power, property, and prestige.
- Discrimination against females is often rooted in physical characteristics, affirming their minority status within sociological frameworks.
Gender Pay Gap
- Research consistently indicates that men earn more than equally qualified women, highlighting persistent gender pay disparities.
Concepts of Sex and Gender
- The term "sex" refers to biological characteristics, while "gender" encompasses social characteristics and roles assigned to individuals.
Work Roles and Gender
- The types of employment undertaken by men and women are influenced more by societal conventions rather than innate biological capabilities.
Gender Socialization and Education
- Gender socialization impacts educational pathways, as evidenced by the high proportion of women graduating in library science, which reflects traditional gender roles.
Equality in Societies
- Hunting-gathering societies have historically been acknowledged as the most egalitarian concerning gender roles and relationships.
Feminist Perspectives on Sexual Harassment
- Feminists view sexual harassment as a manifestation of underlying structural issues within society, not merely individual behaviors.
Prestige in Work Roles
- In comparative cultural studies, men engaged in traditionally male-dominated occupations (e.g., farming, nursing) often receive greater societal prestige than their female counterparts in similar roles.
Importance of Gender
- Gender is a significant sociological factor that influences various aspects of social life, qualifying it as a "master status" in sociological terms.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts from Sociology Chapter 10. This quiz covers the definitions and distinctions related to minority groups, gender, and economic disparities between men and women. Challenge yourself with true or false questions and fill-in-the-blank definitions.
