Question 1

Which of the following is a scenario in which gender roles are emphasized?

Accepted Answer

The football coach teaching only boys and not girls emphasizes traditional gender roles in sports where boys are encouraged to participate in rough and competitive activities while excluding girls.

Question 2

Marlon's participation in the online art forum is an example of:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Marlon's participation in the online art forum...

Question 3

Marlon's friends' behavior can be said to be an example of:

Accepted Answer

Marlon's friends' behavior is an example of peers influencing gender roles. Peers are individuals who share similar characteristics or interests, and peer pressure can influence an individual's behavior, beliefs, and values. In this case, Marlon's friends' behavior is influencing his perception of what is appropriate or expected behavior for his gender.

Question 4

Most cultures divide gender roles into masculine roles and feminine roles because:

Accepted Answer

Traditionally, societies have divided roles based on the perceived strengths and weaknesses of each gender, and how they can best contribute to the survival and prosperity of the community. Men are often responsible for physically demanding tasks such as hunting, while women are responsible for childcare and domestic tasks. These divisions ultimately serve to ensure security, reproduction, and economic production. The other answer choices are not relevant to the question or are incorrect.

Question 5

Which of the following is a feature of androgyny?

Accepted Answer

Males in the second half of life often become more androgynous, incorporating more feminine traits into their personalities, which contrasts with the traditional masculine traits they may have emphasized earlier in life. This reflects a broadening of personality and self-concept that can occur with age.

Question 6

Traditional notions about being masculine or feminine and simplistic generalizations about the gender attributes,differences,and roles of individuals and/or groups are collectively referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

Gender stereotypes refer to traditional ideas and assumptions regarding the attributes, roles, and differences between males and females. These stereotypes are often oversimplified and do not account for the diversity and complexity of gender identity and expression.

Question 7

Which of the following is a case of religion influencing gender roles?

Accepted Answer

This scenario involves a religious restriction that explicitly prohibits women from holding a certain role (in this case, becoming a pastor) based on their gender.

Question 8

Which of the following is a case of a school influencing gender roles?

Accepted Answer

By giving a girl a bad grade in sports even when she performs well, the school is sending a message that sports are not for girls or that girls are not as good as boys in sports, thus reinforcing gender stereotypes and roles.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example in which parents and caregivers influence gender roles?

Accepted Answer

Martha dressing her female child in pink is an example of parents and caregivers influencing gender roles because the color pink is typically associated with femininity and is often used to differentiate between boys and girls.

Question 10

Which of the following is a case of peers influencing gender roles?

Accepted Answer

The encouragement by playmates to indulge in fist-fighting is an example of peers influencing gender roles, as it reinforces the stereotype of boys being aggressive and violent.

Question 11

In the context of sexism in the United States,which of the following observations is valid?

Accepted Answer

This observation is supported by various studies and data, which show that women earn around 82 cents to a man's dollar for similar jobs and qualifications. This gender pay gap persists across various industries and occupations.

Question 12

Which of the following is true about androgyny?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is true about...

Question 13

An individual who is high on instrumental traits and low on expressive ones is:

Accepted Answer

Instrumental traits are often associated with stereotypical masculine characteristics, such as being task-oriented, independent, and assertive. Expressive traits, on the other hand, are associated with stereotypical feminine characteristics, such as being emotional, nurturing, and communicative. Therefore, someone who is high on instrumental traits and low on expressive ones would likely be seen as more masculine than feminine.

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of gender stereotypes?

Accepted Answer

This statement reinforces the stereotype that women will prioritize their family responsibilities over their career and therefore are not as desirable as employees as men. This assumption is discriminatory and reinforces gender norms.

Question 15

Prejudice directed toward women is called _____.

Accepted Answer

Sexism refers to prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination against individuals based on their sex or gender.

Question 16

Which of the following is a case of parents and caregivers influencing gender roles?

Accepted Answer

The girl child is given a female name is a case of parents and caregivers influencing gender roles.

Question 17

Which of the following is a case of media influencing gender roles?

Accepted Answer

The boy's desire to take an animation course after watching his favorite cartoon is a direct example of media (in this case, cartoons) influencing his interests and potentially his future career path, reflecting how media can shape gender roles and expectations.

Question 18

Which of the following is an argument presented against androgyny?

Accepted Answer

Androgyny is often argued to be a culture-bound issue, as perceptions of gender roles can vary significantly across different societies and historical periods.

Question 19

Marlon's drawing teacher's behavior can be said to be an example of:

Accepted Answer

Marlon's drawing teacher's behavior is an example of how school can influence gender roles. The teacher made assumptions about Marlon's ability based on his gender, which reinforces gender stereotypes and expectations within the school environment.

Question 20

Marlon's parents' behavior as he grows up can be said to be an example of:

Accepted Answer

Marlon's parents' behavior is an example of parents influencing gender roles.

Quiz 9: Gender and Identity: Process, Roles, and Culture