Understanding Sex and Gender Concepts

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What is the definition of sex characteristics?

Roles assigned based on gender expectations.

Physical traits that indicate biological sex. (correct)

Cultural norms that define masculinity and femininity.

The psychological aspects of gender identity.

Which term is used for traits present at birth that indicate biological sex?

Gender roles

Secondary sex characteristics

Sexual orientation

Primary sex characteristics (correct)

What does the term 'intersex' refer to?

Individuals with biological traits that do not fit typical definitions of male or female. (correct)

Individuals who have had gender reassignment surgery.

Individuals who identify with the gender opposite their assigned sex.

Individuals who identify as non-binary.

What is the common misconception associated with the term 'hermaphrodite'?

It is considered outdated and carries negative connotations. Signup and view all the answers

What dictates the sex assigned at birth?

External genitalia observed at birth. Signup and view all the answers

How do secondary sex characteristics develop?

During adolescence as a result of hormonal changes. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about gender is accurate?

Gender encompasses cultural and societal expectations. Signup and view all the answers

Approximately what percentage of the population is intersex?

1% Signup and view all the answers

What term describes individuals whose gender expression aligns with their gender identity?

Gender Conforming Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common identity for women attracted to other women?

Lesbian Signup and view all the answers

What does asexuality differ from?

Abstinence and Celibacy Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used for people attracted to more than one gender?

Bisexual Signup and view all the answers

What does the Q in LGBTQIA+ stand for?

Queer and Questioning Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate term for men attracted to women?

Heterosexual Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the identity of individuals who do not conform to traditional gender expressions?

Gender Non-Conforming Signup and view all the answers

Which label refers to individuals attracted to people of one gender only?

Monosexual Signup and view all the answers

What does the term TWO-SPIRIT represent?

Individuals who do not conform to strict gender roles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following modes of transitioning does NOT involve external changes?

Internal transitioning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes social transitioning?

Adopting a gender-affirming name and pronouns Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of legal transitioning for transgender individuals?

To modify names or gender markers in legal documents Signup and view all the answers

What does medical transitioning typically include?

Undergoing medical procedures for gender affirmation Signup and view all the answers

How do TRANSSEXUAL individuals differ from other transgender individuals?

They have typically undergone medical transitioning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines gender expression?

The external presentation of a person's gender identity Signup and view all the answers

What does medical transitioning NOT typically include?

Socially adopting a new name Signup and view all the answers

Which term is preferred to describe the attraction people feel towards others?

Sexual orientation Signup and view all the answers

What does the '+' in LGBTQIA+ represent?

All other gender and sexual minority identities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms should be avoided when referring to same-gender couples?

Homosexual couple Signup and view all the answers

Which term is considered more inclusive than LGBTQIA+?

People of diverse SOGIESC Signup and view all the answers

How should one refer to individuals who identify as bisexual?

They are bisexual Signup and view all the answers

What does questioning refer to in the context of gender and sexual identity?

Individuals exploring their sexual orientation or gender identity Signup and view all the answers

Why should the term 'straight' be avoided when describing heterosexuals?

It implies a dichotomy between sexual orientations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an incorrect usage of LGBTQIA+?

She identifies as an LGBTQIA+ person. Signup and view all the answers

What term describes individuals whose gender identity aligns with their sex assigned at birth?

Cisgender Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes non-binary genders?

Genders outside of the woman-man binary and spectrum Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern regarding surgeries performed on intersex youth?

They are irreversible and done without the individuals' consent Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of transgender?

An umbrella term for people whose gender doesn't match their assigned sex at birth Signup and view all the answers

Which historical roles were primarily held by women among the Babaylan and Katalonan?

Spiritual leaders Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the Hijra community in India?

They are a recognized third gender separate from men and women Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase best describes the concept of gender identity?

It varies according to cultural and social factors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the gender binary?

A classification system limited to female and male Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sex vs. Gender

Sex Characteristics (SC) are biological traits that indicate biological sex, both primary and secondary sex characteristics.
Primary Sex Characteristics are present at birth such as vaginas and penises.
Secondary Sex Characteristics develop during puberty, such as larger breasts and Adam's apples.
People who do not fit into the typical binary of "male" or "female" based on SC are intersex, as their primary and/or secondary sex characteristics do not fit into the typical binary patterns.
The term hermaphrodite is no longer used to describe intersex people as it has negative connotations.
Sex assigned at birth is based on external genitalia and is assigned by doctors.
Gender refers to the social and cultural expectations of how people should act based on their sex assignment at birth.

Gender Identity

Gender identity how people feel about their own internal sense of gender including, "female," "male," and other non-binary gender identities.
Cisgender people have a gender identity that aligns with their sex assigned at birth.
Transgender people have a gender identity that is different from their sex assigned at birth.
Non-binary Gender identities are those which fall outside of the man-woman binary.
Transitioning is an extensive, personal process that many transgender people embark on to live as their true self:
- Internal Transitioning: Coming out to oneself as transgender.
- Social Transitioning: Coming out to others and adopting gender-affirming practices.
- Legal Transitioning: Changing name and/or gender marker on legal documents.
- Medical Transitioning: Undergoing hormone therapy (HRT) and/or gender-affirming surgery.
Transsexual people have undergone or are undergoing some form of medical transitioning.

Gender Expression

Gender expression is how a person presents their gender externally through things like clothing, mannerisms, and hairstyle.
Gender-conforming people have gender expressions that align with their gender identity (examples: feminine-presenting women and masculine-presenting men).
Gender non-conforming people have gender expressions that do not conform to their gender identity (examples: masculine-presenting women and feminine-presenting men).

Sexual Orientation

Sexual Orientation is a person's innate, persistent attraction to others.
Heterosexual: Attraction towards people of a different gender than oneself.
Gay: Attraction towards people of the same gender as oneself.
Lesbian: A woman who is attracted to other women.
Bisexual: Attraction towards people of more than one gender.
Asexual: Lack of sexual attraction towards anyone.
Queer: A term used to describe people whose gender identity, expression, or sexual orientation does not fit into the categories of “female” and “male” or “heterosexual”.
Questioning: Used for those still exploring their self-identification.
SOGIESC: An acronym for "Sexual orientation, Gender identity, Gender expression, Sex characteristics".

Terminology & Usage

Sexual Orientation should be used instead of "sexual preference" because sexual attraction is not a choice for most people.
"Gay" or "Lesbian" should be used instead of "homosexuality" or "homosexual" because classifying same-gender attraction as a mental illness has been discredited.
Heterosexual should be used instead of "straight" because "straight" implies that individuals who are not heterosexual are "crooked".
Use adjectives and pronouns as opposed to nouns such as "She is bisexual" instead of "She is a bisexual".
Use LGBTQIA+ to describe a group not an individual. For instance, "He is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community" instead of "He is an LGBTQIA+ person".
Avoid using “homosexual,” “gay,” or “lesbian” to describe relationships as this can erase bisexual identity.

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This quiz explores the differences between sex and gender, covering biological characteristics and social expectations. Learn about primary and secondary sex characteristics, intersex individuals, and the nuances of gender identity. Test your knowledge on these important concepts.