Gender Flashcards
1
Q
Define gender
A
A system of culturally determined roles, expectations and identities. Also a binary construct
2
Q
Define hegemonic masculinity
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Dominant and celebrated form of masculinity. Embodies societal and expectations of being a man.
Linked to male performances of strength, resilience, toughness, tolerance to pain, aggression, baldness and heterosexuality
3
Q
What eight things does emphasised femininity include
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- Sexualisation of female athletes
- More coverage given to gender appropriate sports
- Gender marking sports
- Compulsory heterosexuality
- Downplaying sport achievements
- Emphasis in appropriate femininity
- Infantilisation in female athletes
- Emphasising passivity our weakness
