For Judith Lorber, where does gender socialization begin?
A) When children acquire the ability to use language
B) When children enter school and interact with peers
C) When children begin to consume media, such as television and children's music
D) At birth, when parents assign social traits based on a child's genitalia

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Judith Lorber argues that gender socialization begins at birth, when parents assign social traits based on a child's genitalia. This includes not only the way parents dress and talk to their children but also the gendered toys and activities they encourage or discourage.

For Judith Lorber, Where Does Gender Socialization Begin