Intro to Gender

Question 1

It primarily refers to physical attributes assigned by birth or sex organ which are distinct in majority of individuals

Answer 1

Sex

Question 2

It is the composite of attitude and behaviour of men and women (masculinity and feminity)

Answer 2

Gender

Question 3

The theoretical perspective on Gender and Family

Answer 3

The family is an essential, natural, and fundamental unit of society

Question 4

What theory says that family is the building block of the society and provides positive functions such as socializing children and emotional support and security for parents

Answer 4

Functionalist

Question 5

The family is a tool of capitalism and family reinforces social inequalities

Answer 5

Marxist

Question 6

It says exploitation within the capitalist system contributes to the exploitation of women at home

Answer 6

Marxist Feminist

Question 7

__ are learned behaviours in a given society, community, or other social group. They condition activities, tasks and responsibilitiesare perceived as male or female.

Answer 7

Gender Roles

Question 8

__ is the equality between men and women

Answer 8

Gender Equality

Question 9

__ is the fairness of treatment or men and women

Answer 9

Gender Equity

Question 10

A __ is a widely accepted judgement or bias about a person or a group which are often about the characteristics and qualities attributed to men and women in society.

Answer 10

Gender Stereotype