Question 1

Popular girls are different from popular boys in terms of being

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Question 2

What makes the preschool years especially significant for parents of transgender children?

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The preschool years are significant for parents of transgender children because during this time, transgender children typically show gender rigidity regarding their gender identity, parents have to decide what they will tell the school or child care facility about their child's gender identity, and transgender children may be subjected to peer bullying at school or child care facilities. Therefore, all answer options are correct.

Question 3

Which of the following children is showing the LEAST gender rigidity?

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José is showing the least gender rigidity as he is engaging in play with a traditionally feminine toy, the dollhouse. The other children are adhering to more traditional gender roles and stereotypes.

Question 4

Which of the following is the LEAST accurate statement about how gender rigidity manifests in young children?

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Research has shown that children of different racial and ethnic groups show similar levels of gender rigidity, and there is no evidence to suggest that white children are the least rigid.

Question 5

About how many elementary school aged girls identify themselves as tomboys?

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Question 6

Ayla,an elementary school aged girl,is no longer interested in dressing in princess outfits and instead wants to join a soccer team.Which is a likely reason for this shift?

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All of the answer options are likely explanations for this shift. Ayla may have become less rigid about stereotypes, recognized that stereotypes do not always apply to all people, and developed a sense of gender constancy that allows her to play sports without feeling that her feminine identity is threatened. It is likely a combination of these factors that have influenced Ayla's shift in interests.

Question 7

Jyla is an 11-year-old tomboy.Based on the research,which is LEAST likely also true about her?

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Research suggests that children who are gender nonconforming, like tomboys, often question traditional gender roles and expectations. This might make them more accepting of others who defy gender norms (B), supportive of following personal interests over gender expectations (C), and potentially popular among peers for their authenticity or uniqueness (D). However, there's no direct correlation between being a tomboy and having a specific view of one's mother's life as exciting and fulfilling (A), making it the least likely to be also true.

Question 8

A gender reveal party

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Gender reveal parties typically celebrate the expected sex of a baby based on ultrasound results, often operate under the assumption that gender and sex are the same, and presume that the baby's sex will be clearly identifiable as either boy or girl after birth.

Question 9

Which of the following refers to the ways in which the school environment indirectly teaches norms,beliefs,and values?

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The hidden curriculum refers to the subtle or implicit messages conveyed by the school environment through routines, rules, and interactions, which can shape students' attitudes and beliefs about social norms, values, and power relations. For example, the way teachers allocate rewards and punishments, the content and structure of textbooks and lessons, the language and dress codes used in the school, and the social and cultural backgrounds of the students and staff can all influence the hidden curriculum. The hidden curriculum is often criticized for reinforcing dominant cultural stereotypes and for perpetuating social inequalities, but it can also be used as a tool for promoting critical thinking, empathy, and diversity awareness.

Question 10

Which of the following is true about children who exhibit gender rigidity?

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Children who exhibit gender rigidity may correct others who seem to be violating gender normative expectations, think in absolute terms, and can be cisgender or transgender. Therefore, all answer options are correct.

Question 11

When a new baby is born,"Is it a boy or a girl?" is the first question about _____ % of the time.

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This question is about 80% of the time the first question asked when a new baby is born, reflecting common societal interest in the baby's gender.

Question 12

Regina and Ronald both earned a perfect score on their World History exam.Based on research from the text on how teachers make sense of student success,how will their teacher understand each student's perfect score?

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Question 13

Which child is most likely to have shown a shift to be more flexible and less rigid in gender typing?

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Children typically become more flexible in their gender typing as they grow older. By the age of 8, children like Arlene are more likely to understand that gender roles can be fluid and that interests and behaviors do not have to be strictly divided by gender.

Question 14

Popular _____ are permitted by peers to violate gender stereotypes,and they also ______________.

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Popular boys often enforce gender norms and stereotypes among peers, ensuring conformity.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is LEAST accurate about disciplinary practices in high school?

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Statement B is the least accurate because it overstates the disparity in suspension rates between Black boys and White boys. While it is true that Black boys are more likely to be suspended than White boys, the claim that they are nine times more likely is an exaggeration of the actual disparity.

Question 16

Which of the following children appears to have a normative cognitive understanding of gender?

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Question 17

You are holding a newborn baby dressed in all white asleep against your shoulder.Someone asks if the baby is a boy or a girl.If you say,"_____," research suggests that the person who asked is MOST likely to mention the word,"_______"

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Research indicates that language and perceptions are deeply influenced by gender stereotypes. When a baby is identified as a girl, people are more likely to use adjectives that align with traditional feminine stereotypes, such as "sweet."

Question 18

Research shows that expectations about a new baby related to that baby's sex emerge

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Question 19

Which of the following is the LEAST accurate statement about ultrasound use?

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The primary purpose of an ultrasound is not to determine fetal sex, but rather to monitor fetal development, detect any abnormalities or complications, and estimate the due date. While determining fetal sex is a common practice during ultrasounds, it is not the primary purpose and is typically only one aspect of the ultrasound exam.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of public regard?

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Public regard encompasses the understanding that one's social group may not be highly valued by others, which can manifest in various contexts, including the recognition of gender disparities in representation and achievement.

Quiz 5: Gender Socialization