Question 1

When we express our views about what we believe is normal for a member of our sex, we do&#10;A) make errors&#10;B) gender&#10;C) society&#10;D) sex

Accepted Answer

When we express our views about what we believe is normal for a member of our sex, we are conforming to gender norms and expectations that are shaped by society. Therefore, the best choice is B) gender.

Question 2

A look at history reveals that though the years women have been&#10;A) Denied a voice&#10;B) Disenfranchised&#10;C) Not always afforded equal education&#10;D) All of the above&#10;E) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Throughout history, women have been denied a voice in politics, disenfranchised from voting and other civic responsibilities, and not always afforded equal education opportunities. These experiences are all encompassed by the answer choice D, "All of the above."

Question 3

How many genders are there?&#10;A) One&#10;B) Two&#10;C) Two or more&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

While traditionally societies have recognized only two genders (male and female), many cultures and individuals recognize and accept the existence of non-binary and gender non-conforming individuals who do not fit into traditional binary gender categories. Thus, there are two or more genders depending on different beliefs and cultural norms.

Question 4

There are many ways to be a human being.

Accepted Answer

There are countless cultural, social, and personal factors that shape a person's identity and ways of being, leading to a wide range of diverse expressions of human existence.

Question 5

A person's location within a culture shapes his or her life. This statement is a description of&#10;A) Sexism&#10;B) Androgyny&#10;C) Standpoint theory&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

Standpoint theory argues that a person's social position within a culture shapes their experiences and perspectives. It suggests that individuals who occupy marginalized positions within a culture, such as women, people of color, or LGBTQ individuals, have unique insights and understandings of society that are not accessible to those in more privileged positions. This statement reflects the basic tenets of standpoint theory.

Question 6

Discussions about gender likely will&#10;A) Stay the same&#10;B) Transition&#10;C) Evolve&#10;D) Both B and C

Accepted Answer

Discussions about gender have already transitioned and evolved over time and will likely continue to do so in the future. Therefore, both options B and C are correct.

Question 7

Gender identity is&#10;A) A person's individual perception of gender&#10;B) A complete identiy&#10;C) A legal term&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

Gender identity refers to a person's subjective, internal sense of their gender, which may or may not correspond to their sex assigned at birth or the gender they were raised as. It is a deeply personal and individual perception of oneself.

Question 8

Gendered communication is&#10;A) Dynamic&#10;B) Systematic&#10;C) Pervasive&#10;D) Learned&#10;E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Gendered communication is dynamic, meaning it is constantly changing and evolving. It is also systematic, meaning it follows patterns and structures. It is pervasive, meaning it is present in all aspects of communication. Lastly, it is learned, meaning it is not innate but rather acquired through socialization and experience. Therefore, all of the above options apply to gendered communication.

Question 9

It is _________ appropriate for men to be nurturing.&#10;A) Never&#10;B) Almost never&#10;C) Often&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

It is absolutely appropriate for men to be nurturing. Gender should not limit anyone's ability to express compassion and care for others. Additionally, nurturing behavior from both men and women has been shown to have positive effects on relationships, child development, and overall wellbeing.

Question 10

Communication&#10;A) At the core of our humanness&#10;B) Links us to others&#10;C) Both A and B&#10;D) None of these&#10;

Accepted Answer

Communication is at the core of our humanness as it is an essential aspect of being human, enabling us to express our thoughts, emotions, and ideas. It also links us to others by allowing us to share information, build relationships, and create communities. Therefore, communication serves both as a fundamental part of our identity and as a bridge connecting us with other people.

Question 11

It is common for people in power to develop&#10;A) A distorted view of social life&#10;B) A normal view of social life&#10;C) No view of social life&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is common for people in power...

Question 12

In business settings it is _____________appropriate for women to be assertive.&#10;A) Never&#10;B) Sometimes&#10;C) Always&#10;D) None of these

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The answer of In business settings it is _____________appropriate for...

Question 13

Not all people adhere to the gender binary of male or female.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Not all people adhere to the gender...

Question 14

In general, men are performing fewer relational toles thjan did their fathers.

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The answer of In general, men are performing fewer relational...

Question 15

There are many ways to be a man or a woman.

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The answer of There are many ways to be a...

Question 16

Transgender describes those who feel their biologically assigned sex do not adequately reflect their gender identity

Accepted Answer

The answer of Transgender describes those who feel their biologically...

Question 17

Gender is a process accomplished through communication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Gender is a process accomplished through communication....

Deck 1: Studying Gender Communication