Question 1

In her famous study, Margaret Mead investigated gender in three African societies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

In a short essay, answer the following questions: Is social class or gender more important in shaping the life of an individual born in the United States today? How does each factor matter? Provide reasons for your choice.Consider how social class and gender interact.

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In the United States today, both social class and gender play significant roles in shaping the lives of individuals. However, when considering which factor is more important, it is clear that social class has a greater impact on an individual's life.

Social class refers to a person's economic and social status, including factors such as income, education, and occupation. It directly influences access to resources and opportunities, such as quality education, healthcare, and employment prospects. Individuals from lower social classes often face systemic barriers that limit their upward mobility and perpetuate cycles of poverty.

On the other hand, gender also has a profound influence on an individual's experiences and opportunities. Women, for example, continue to face gender-based discrimination and inequality in various aspects of life, including the workplace, politics, and social expectations. However, it is important to note that gender intersects with social class, as women from lower social classes may face compounded challenges due to their gender and economic status.

Despite the significance of gender, social class remains the more influential factor in shaping an individual's life in the United States today. This is because social class disparities have a broader impact on access to resources and opportunities, affecting individuals across all genders. The economic and social advantages or disadvantages associated with social class have far-reaching implications for an individual's life trajectory, including their health, education, and overall well-being.

In conclusion, while both social class and gender are important in shaping the lives of individuals in the United States, social class holds greater significance due to its broader impact on access to resources and opportunities. It is essential to recognize the intersectionality of social class and gender and address the systemic inequalities that result from these factors. By addressing social class disparities, we can work towards creating a more equitable society for all individuals, regardless of their gender.

Question 3

A majority of U.S.women in which of the following categories enter the labor force?

Accepted Answer

A)  married women with no children 
B)  single women with no children 
C)  divorced women with no children 
D)  married, single, and divorced women with children. 
A)  married women with no children 
B)  single women with no children 
C)  divorced women with no children 
D)  married, single, and divorced women with children. D

Question 4

Briefly describe the extent of male-female differences in mental and physical abilities.

Accepted Answer

The extent of male-female differences in

Question 5

An important exception to male domination of the U.S.workplace is that

Accepted Answer

A)  women now own more than 8 million entrepreneurial businesses. 
B)  women hold 80 percent of pink-collar jobs. 
C)  most college and university faculty are women. 
D)  a majority of corporate executives are women. 
A)  women now own more than 8 million entrepreneurial businesses. 
B)  women hold 80 percent of pink-collar jobs. 
C)  most college and university faculty are women. 
D)  a majority of corporate executives are women.

Question 6

When did feminism begin as a social movement in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  during the colonial era 
B)  in the 1840s 
C)  in the 1940s 
D)  in the 1980s 
A)  during the colonial era 
B)  in the 1840s 
C)  in the 1940s 
D)  in the 1980s

Question 7

Define multicultural and global feminism.What do these approaches encourage us to recognize about various categories of women?

Accepted Answer

Multicultural feminism is an approach th

Question 8

argues that gender is not just a matter of difference in behavior, but also of differences in

Accepted Answer

A)  power, wealth, and privileges. 
B)  power only. 
C)  wealth only. 
D)  privileges only. 
A)  power, wealth, and privileges. 
B)  power only. 
C)  wealth only. 
D)  privileges only.

Question 9

The concept of gender refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  the degree of inequality between men and women in a society. 
B)  the secondary sex characteristics of individuals. 
C)  the personal traits and social positions that members of a society attach to being female or male. 
D)  patterns of sexual orientation. 
A)  the degree of inequality between men and women in a society. 
B)  the secondary sex characteristics of individuals. 
C)  the personal traits and social positions that members of a society attach to being female or male. 
D)  patterns of sexual orientation.

Question 10

Looking back over U.S.history, we see a general trend by which women

Accepted Answer

A)  have gained opportunities and power. 
B)  have made little movement towards equality with men. 
C)  are steadily losing ground and becoming less equal to men. 
D)  have retained their position of dominance over men. 
A)  have gained opportunities and power. 
B)  have made little movement towards equality with men. 
C)  are steadily losing ground and becoming less equal to men. 
D)  have retained their position of dominance over men.

Question 11

Why is "earning an income" no longer a man's role in the United States? Provide some specific data in support of your claims.

Accepted Answer

"Earning an income" is no longer solely

Question 12

In 2013, women were a majority of people serving in Congress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In the United States today, women working for income is the rule rather than the exception.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which type of feminism accepts the basic organization of U.S.society, but seeks to give women the same rights and opportunities as men?

Accepted Answer

A)  liberal feminism 
B)  socialist feminism 
C)  radical feminism 
D)  structural-functional feminism 
A)  liberal feminism 
B)  socialist feminism 
C)  radical feminism 
D)  structural-functional feminism

Question 15

Approximately what percentage of U.S.women are working for income today?

Accepted Answer

A)  20 percent 
B)  30 percent 
C)  40 percent 
D)  60 percent 
A)  20 percent 
B)  30 percent 
C)  40 percent 
D)  60 percent

Question 16

In his global study of how societies view gender, George Murdock found

Accepted Answer

A)  little agreement as to feminine and masculine tasks. 
B)  more men than women were likely to be engaged in farming. 
C)  more women than men were likely to be engaged in farming. 
D)  many tasks that were considered masculine by some societies were viewed as feminine by others. 
A)  little agreement as to feminine and masculine tasks. 
B)  more men than women were likely to be engaged in farming. 
C)  more women than men were likely to be engaged in farming. 
D)  many tasks that were considered masculine by some societies were viewed as feminine by others.

Question 17

According to recent research, approximately what share of our country's 400 richest people are women?

Accepted Answer

A)  71 percent 
B)  51 percent 
C)  31 percent 
D)  11 percent 
A)  71 percent 
B)  51 percent 
C)  31 percent 
D)  11 percent

Question 18

In which job categories are the workers mostly women?

Accepted Answer

A)  physicians 
B)  corporate managers 
C)  college professors 
D)  elementary school teachers 
A)  physicians 
B)  corporate managers 
C)  college professors 
D)  elementary school teachers

Question 19

When did feminism begin as a social movement in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  during the colonial era 
B)  in the 1840s 
C)  in the 1940s 
D)  in the 1980s 
A)  during the colonial era 
B)  in the 1840s 
C)  in the 1940s 
D)  in the 1980s

Question 20

What is the form of social organization in which females dominate males?

Accepted Answer

A)  patriarchy 
B)  matriarchy 
C)  monarchy 
D)  oligarchy 
A)  patriarchy 
B)  matriarchy 
C)  monarchy 
D)  oligarchy

In her famous study, Margaret Mead investigated gender in three African societies.

In a short essay, answer the following questions: Is social class or gender more important in shaping the life of an individual born in the United States today? How does each factor matter? Provide reasons for your choice.Consider how social class and gender interact.

A majority of U.S.women in which of the following categories enter the labor force?

Briefly describe the extent of male-female differences in mental and physical abilities.

An important exception to male domination of the U.S.workplace is that

When did feminism begin as a social movement in the United States?

Define multicultural and global feminism.What do these approaches encourage us to recognize about various categories of women?

argues that gender is not just a matter of difference in behavior, but also of differences in

The concept of gender refers to

Looking back over U.S.history, we see a general trend by which women

Why is "earning an income" no longer a man's role in the United States? Provide some specific data in support of your claims.

In 2013, women were a majority of people serving in Congress.

In the United States today, women working for income is the rule rather than the exception.

Which type of feminism accepts the basic organization of U.S.society, but seeks to give women the same rights and opportunities as men?

Approximately what percentage of U.S.women are working for income today?

In his global study of how societies view gender, George Murdock found

According to recent research, approximately what share of our country's 400 richest people are women?

In which job categories are the workers mostly women?

When did feminism begin as a social movement in the United States?

What is the form of social organization in which females dominate males?

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In her famous study, Margaret Mead investigated gender in three African societies.

In a short essay, answer the following questions: Is social class or gender more important in shaping the life of an individual born in the United States today? How does each factor matter? Provide reasons for your choice.Consider how social class and gender interact.

A majority of U.S.women in which of the following categories enter the labor force?

Briefly describe the extent of male-female differences in mental and physical abilities.

An important exception to male domination of the U.S.workplace is that

When did feminism begin as a social movement in the United States?

Define multicultural and global feminism.What do these approaches encourage us to recognize about various categories of women?

argues that gender is not just a matter of difference in behavior, but also of differences in

The concept of gender refers to

Looking back over U.S.history, we see a general trend by which women

Why is "earning an income" no longer a man's role in the United States? Provide some specific data in support of your claims.

In 2013, women were a majority of people serving in Congress.

In the United States today, women working for income is the rule rather than the exception.

Which type of feminism accepts the basic organization of U.S.society, but seeks to give women the same rights and opportunities as men?

Approximately what percentage of U.S.women are working for income today?

In his global study of how societies view gender, George Murdock found

According to recent research, approximately what share of our country's 400 richest people are women?

In which job categories are the workers mostly women?

When did feminism begin as a social movement in the United States?

What is the form of social organization in which females dominate males?

Sociology: Perspective, Theory, and Method

Culture

Socialization

Social Interaction in Everyday Life

Groups and Organizations

Sexuality and Society

Deviance

Social Stratification

Global Stratification

Race and Ethnicity

Economics and Politics

Family and Religion

Education, Health, and Medicine

Population, Urbanization, and Environment

Social Change: Modern and Postmodern Societies

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