Playing the __________ role means providing food and shelter for the family and,at least theoretically,being hardworking,tough,and competitive.

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The instrumental role refers to the traditional male gender role of providing for the family and being hardworking, tough, and competitive. This role is more explicit and prescribed, rather than latent or unacknowledged like the expressive role, and falls under the category of manifest roles which are more overtly recognized and defined in society.

Playing the __________ Role Means Providing Food and Shelter for the Family