Exam 5: Sex, Gender, and Bodies

Sexually ambiguous bodies are likely to result from

Genetically, a female is defined as a person who has ________ chromosomes and a male is defined as one who has ________ chromosome.

Describe some of the third-sex categories across cultures, their lifestyles, their social positions in society, and how others in the culture treat them.

Under normal circumstances, the biological aspects of sex (chromosomes, hormones, internal organs, genitals, etc.) and the social aspects of gender (assigned sex, gender identity, etc.) are congruent. Discuss cases in which they are NOT congruent and how gender is socially constructed in these cases.

What do the studies of individuals with congenital adrenal hyperplasia tell us about whether sexual identity is learned or innate? Support your answer with at least one piece of evidence.

Define "core gender identity" and describe how it develops.

Identify a true statement about autosomes.

In India, a third sex or "third nature" people are referred to as

Discuss the search for a so-called "gay gene." Describe the evidence for the existence of such a gene. What are the criticisms of the research?

In fetuses, the development of sexual and reproductive anatomy is complete by the ________ of the mother's pregnancy.

Which of the following statements about biological sex is FALSE?

Do you believe that intersex infants should have surgery to make their genitalia "unambiguous"? Provide a well-supported argument for your response, taking into account the difficulties that face children on either side of the issue.

What can we learn from cases in which chromosomes, prenatal hormones, and external anatomy are incongruent? Distinguish between the concepts of sex and gender.

"Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) affects more than just the appearance of the genitals; it also affects physical characteristics that others can see and use to stigmatize girls." Discuss the statement.

In the female fetus, the gonads develop into

Explain Klinefelter's syndrome and Turner syndrome in terms of chromosomal abnormalities, reproductive capabilities, and external appearances.

Discuss the relationship between violence and males who have a genetic composition of XXY or XYY.

Which of the following conditions best describes a chromosomal irregularity in men in which they have a genetic composition of XXY?

Explain the concept of sexual orientation. Describe how it is different from being transgendered.