Exam 10: Gender and Age

In Pakistan,Jordan,and Kurdistan,a woman who has brought disgrace to her family is killed by a male relative,usually her brother or husband. This practice is called ________.

The number of members in an age cohort determines the size of a "baby boom" or a "baby bust."

In 1890,women made up about ________ of the U.S. labor force. Today,they represent almost ________.

What was the final outcome in the life of "Brenda," the identical male twin whose penis was accidentally destroyed during circumcision,and who converted to a female (Brenda)and later converted back to a male (David)?

After reviewing Table 10.2 "Relationship of Victims and Rapists",explain why women tend to fear being attacked by strangers when most attacks are perpetuated by someone the victim knows.

In what society were women and men often considered social equals?

After reading Cultural Diversity around the World,"Female Circumcision," provide reasons for the lack of success by the feminist movement to convince those practicing this technique to abandon it.

After reviewing the section on "Industrialization and the Graying of the Globe" as well as Figure 10.10 "The Graying of the Globe," what conclusions can be drawn about aging,geography,and industrialization?

What is the term for gender discrimination against women who miss the work experience while they care for children at home?

What term refers to the maximum length of life that is possible for a species?

The 1985 Vietnam veterans study clearly demonstrated that biology (in this case,testosterone)is the cause of male aggressiveness.

Of the nation's top 500 corporations,referred to as the "Fortune 500," ________ are headed by women.

The life span for humans is recorded as ________,based on the well-documented records of a French woman who died in 1977.

The age range of women MOST likely to be victims of rape is ________.

Discuss gender violence and its effect on women.

What conclusion was reached after examining the medical records and behavior of more than 4,400 combat veterans in the 1985 Vietnam veterans study?

Develop a new model of aging. Improve on the idea that becoming old means a time closer to death,instead defining it as a time to celebrate new freedoms and unique opportunities.

What is gender stratification? Generally speaking,what are the consequences of gender stratification?

What is the "testosterone bonus"?

Develop a plan for nursing homes to become more user-friendly and more successful in meeting the needs of the elderly.