Sandra and James have a "traditional" division of labour in the home.James works full-time and Sandra looks after their daughter,Janine.How would a symbolic interactionist perspective understand Sandra's situation?

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Symbolic interactionism emphasizes the role of shared meanings and social interactions in forming and maintaining social structures. In the context of traditional gender roles, symbolic interactionists would argue that Sandra's actions in the home (i.e., "doing gender") are a result of the meanings and expectations associated with being a mother, and are reinforced through her interactions with others (e.g., James, Janine). Therefore, A is the best answer as it captures the symbolic interactionist perspective on Sandra's situation. B and C are more aligned with feminist theory, and D is not specific to a symbolic interactionist perspective.

Sandra and James Have a "Traditional" Division of Labour in the Home.James