Exam 11: Sexualities and Gender Stratification

Jack is playing with his friends in the backyard. His slightly younger friend Tyler brings over one of his sister's dolls. Jack tells him they can't play with the doll because they are boys. What is this incident teaching Tyler?

Which of the following refers to people who wish to alter their bodies, through surgery and hormone therapy, to live life fully as members of the "opposite" sex?

Summarize what is known about causes of heterosexuality and homosexuality.

In which of the following situations would boys and girls from the same class be most likely to participate together without strain?

Summarize the messages that Barbie and G.I. Joe, respectively, relay to children who play with them.

Queer theory treats sexuality as feminism treats which of the following?

Explain what the glass ceiling is.

What can be learned about gender socialization by analyzing Barbie dolls and other toys?

Which of the following forms of spousal violence is equally likely to be committed by a man or a woman?

Which of the following contributed the most to growing acceptance of sexual diversity in twentieth-century North America?

Ruby has always felt attracted to both men and women. At various times in her life she has had relationships with each. What is Ruby's sexual orientation?

Which of the following impedes women from earnings equal to those of men in the labour force?

Faron does not identify with any gender and refuses to tell people anything. No gender is indicated by Faron's clothing, behaviour, or voice. Which of the following terms best describes Faron?

Which of the following does the TV series Toddlers & Tiaras illustrate?

"Sexual assault is not about sexual gratification at all." Explain this statement.

According to functionalists, which of the following is necessary for the proper functioning of society with regard to gender?

According to social constructionists, what are the three main sociohistorical changes that led to the development of gender inequality?

When Carolina is interested in nurturing her baby dolls and playing with her Easy Bake oven, which of the following does she conform to?

Define sex and gender.

Jocelyne is a personal assistant to the CEO of a large Canadian bank. Her company completes an equal-pay study and Jocelyne receives a raise. What is the most likely reason for this?