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Sociology of Gender

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What is the term used to describe the unequal distribution of power and resources between men and women?

  1. Gender inequality

  2. Patriarchy

  3. Sexism

  4. Misogyny


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender inequality refers to the unequal distribution of power and resources between men and women, resulting in systematic discrimination and disadvantage for women.

Which theory suggests that gender roles are socially constructed and learned through socialization processes?

  1. Social construction of gender

  2. Gender socialization theory

  3. Feminist theory

  4. Queer theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The social construction of gender theory posits that gender roles and identities are not biologically determined but rather shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals internalize and conform to societal expectations of gender?

  1. Gender socialization

  2. Gender performativity

  3. Gender identity

  4. Gender expression


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender socialization refers to the process by which individuals learn and internalize societal norms and expectations about gender roles and behaviors.

Which term refers to the idea that gender is a fluid and dynamic concept, rather than a binary category?

  1. Gender fluidity

  2. Genderqueer

  3. Non-binary

  4. Transgender


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender fluidity refers to the idea that gender is not fixed or binary, but rather a spectrum of identities and expressions that can change over time.

What is the term used to describe the systematic discrimination and oppression of women?

  1. Sexism

  2. Misogyny

  3. Patriarchy

  4. Gender inequality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sexism refers to the systematic discrimination and oppression of women based on their sex or gender.

Which term refers to the belief that men are superior to women?

  1. Patriarchy

  2. Misogyny

  3. Sexism

  4. Gender inequality


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Misogyny refers to the hatred of women or the belief that men are superior to women.

What is the term used to describe the social system in which men hold primary power and privilege?

  1. Patriarchy

  2. Sexism

  3. Misogyny

  4. Gender inequality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Patriarchy refers to the social system in which men hold primary power and privilege, resulting in the subordination of women.

Which term refers to the idea that gender is a social construct and not biologically determined?

  1. Social construction of gender

  2. Gender performativity

  3. Gender identity

  4. Gender expression


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The social construction of gender theory posits that gender roles and identities are not biologically determined but rather shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals actively perform and express their gender identity?

  1. Gender performativity

  2. Gender socialization

  3. Gender identity

  4. Gender expression


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender performativity refers to the idea that gender is not a fixed identity but rather a performance that is actively constructed and expressed through everyday actions and interactions.

Which term refers to the internal sense of self as male, female, or non-binary?

  1. Gender identity

  2. Gender expression

  3. Gender performativity

  4. Gender socialization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender identity refers to the internal sense of self as male, female, or non-binary, regardless of biological sex or gender expression.

What is the term used to describe the outward expression of gender through clothing, behavior, and other forms of communication?

  1. Gender expression

  2. Gender identity

  3. Gender performativity

  4. Gender socialization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender expression refers to the outward expression of gender through clothing, behavior, and other forms of communication, which may or may not conform to societal expectations.

Which term refers to the process by which individuals learn and internalize societal norms and expectations about gender roles and behaviors?

  1. Gender socialization

  2. Gender performativity

  3. Gender identity

  4. Gender expression


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender socialization refers to the process by which individuals learn and internalize societal norms and expectations about gender roles and behaviors.

What is the term used to describe the unequal distribution of power and resources between men and women?

  1. Gender inequality

  2. Patriarchy

  3. Sexism

  4. Misogyny


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender inequality refers to the unequal distribution of power and resources between men and women, resulting in systematic discrimination and disadvantage for women.

Which theory suggests that gender roles are socially constructed and learned through socialization processes?

  1. Social construction of gender

  2. Gender socialization theory

  3. Feminist theory

  4. Queer theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The social construction of gender theory posits that gender roles and identities are not biologically determined but rather shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors.

What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals internalize and conform to societal expectations of gender?

  1. Gender socialization

  2. Gender performativity

  3. Gender identity

  4. Gender expression


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender socialization refers to the process by which individuals learn and internalize societal norms and expectations about gender roles and behaviors.

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