Question 1

__________ refers to the expected behavioral traits associated with men and women in a given society.

Accepted Answer

Gender role refers to the expected behavioral traits and norms associated with men and women in a given society.

Question 2

__________ is credited with beginning a world-wide reexamination of women's roles and identity, with the publication of The Feminine Mystique.

Accepted Answer

Betty Friedan is widely credited with sparking the second-wave feminist movement with the publication of her book, The Feminine Mystique, in 1963. The book challenged the prevailing notion that women could only find fulfillment and purpose through their roles as wives and mothers, and helped to ignite a crucial dialogue about women's rights, equality, and identity that continues to this day. Sandra and Daryl Bem, on the other hand, made important contributions to the study of gender and sexuality, but did not have the same impact on feminist thought and activism as Friedan. Gloria Steinam was also a prominent feminist writer and organizer, but came to prominence several years after Friedan's seminal work.

Question 3

Because Lee Anne was teased by her classmates for being a "tomboy," she now wears only dresses and applies plenty of makeup in hopes of being more "feminine." Lee Anne is adapting her behavior to:

Accepted Answer

Lee Anne is changing her behavior to align with societal gender-role expectations, which dictate how individuals should behave based on their perceived gender.

Question 4

Wynn self-identifies as a male and is happy with the expectations society has of him. He is happy with his wife and wants to be supportive of her. Wynn has a strong sense of:

Accepted Answer

Wynn's contentment with societal expectations and his role as a male indicates a strong sense of gender-role orientation, which refers to how individuals identify with the roles and behaviors society expects from their gender.

Question 5

Two components of __________ are orientation and expectation.

Accepted Answer

Gender role is a set of expectations and behaviors that are associated with a particular gender. Orientation and expectation are two components of gender role.

Question 6

__________ results from physical characteristics that are based on our genes.

Accepted Answer

Sexual identity results from physical characteristics that are based on our genes, as it refers to the biological aspects of being male or female.

Question 7

Marius has decided to become a Republican and back only Republican candidates in all elections. Even though he has made this decision, he wonders if it will be wise in all cases to vote the party and not the individual. He is in:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Marius has decided to become a Republican...

Question 8

In Perry's Position __________, one's identity is affirmed through the various commitments made with recognition of the necessity for balancing commitments and the understanding that one can have responsibilities that are expressed through daily life.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Perry's Position __________, one's identity is...

Question 9

_________ refers to how one thinks of oneself in terms of sexual and romantic attraction linked to genetic traits as well as male and female physical characteristics.

Accepted Answer

Sexual identity refers to one's self-perception of their sexual and romantic attractions towards others, including how they identify in terms of their own gender and the genders they are attracted to. It is not the same as gender role or sexual role, which refer to societal expectations and norms placed on people based on their gender or sexual orientation. Feminism refers to the advocacy for women's rights and equality.

Question 10

A teenage girl is submissive and introverted because she doubts her femininity has poor:

Accepted Answer

The answer of A teenage girl is submissive and introverted...

Question 11

Critics of Perry's approach to intellectual and ethical development argue:

Accepted Answer

Perry's original study on intellectual and ethical development primarily included male students from Harvard, which has been criticized for lacking diversity in gender representation.

Question 12

Alena wants to be sure she maximizes her cognitive potential so that she can be a responsible, ethical human being. What would Labouvie-Vief and Perry tell her?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Alena wants to be sure she maximizes...

Question 13

The __________ is a social and political faction that seeks to establish equality for women in all aspects of life.

Accepted Answer

The feminist movement is a social and political faction that advocates for women's rights and seeks to establish equality for women in all aspects of life.

Question 14

Mary wears makeup on her face and eyes. As this is typical behavior for women in Mary's culture, this makeup fits with her:

Accepted Answer

Gender roles are societal norms dictating the types of behaviors considered acceptable based on one's gender, and wearing makeup is often associated with female gender roles in many cultures.

Question 15

__________ proposed that as knowledge accumulates, people will develop multifaceted ways of thinking, so perspectives will change as people age.

Accepted Answer

Labouvie-Vief proposed that as knowledge accumulates, people develop more complex ways of thinking, leading to changes in perspectives with age.

Question 16

Obasi is a dedicated father and husband who enjoys hunting trips with his buddies. Obasi is evidence of Perry's Position __________ in the category of __________.

Accepted Answer

Perry's Position 9 is associated with commitment, where individuals make informed choices and commitments in their beliefs and values, reflecting Obasi's dedication to his family and enjoyment of hunting trips.

Question 17

Critics of Perry's model of intellectual and ethical development propose that:

Accepted Answer

Critics argue that Perry's model should consider individual differences, cultural expectations, and gender influences, as these factors can affect intellectual and ethical development.

Question 18

__________ plays a key role in influencing individuals' achievement of their full cognitive potential according to Labouvie-Vief and Perry.

Accepted Answer

Education plays a key role in influencing individuals' achievement of their full cognitive potential according to Labouvie-Vief and Perry.

Question 19

Nicole was born a female, and she feels as if she is a female who prefers males. These are all characteristic of Nicole's:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Nicole was born a female, and she...

Question 20

Ron is comfortable staying at home with the children while he pursues his career as a writer. His wife, Rebecca, works as a professor and comes home to cook for the family in the evening. Ron and Rebecca have modified typical:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ron is comfortable staying at home with...

Quiz 9: Early Adulthood