Question 1

The gender theorist, Elizabeth Aries (1998), argues that the research community has produced highly __________ claims about gender difference.

Accepted Answer

A)   understated
B)   overstated
C)   mixed
D)   uncertain B

Question 2

Develop a research essay which explores how gender is conventionally "done" in the context of a specific occupation or profession.

Accepted Answer

Gender is conventionally "done" in the context of various occupations and professions in different ways. One specific occupation where gender is often performed and perceived in a conventional manner is nursing. Nursing has historically been seen as a predominantly female profession, and this perception has influenced the way gender is "done" within the field.

In the context of nursing, gender is conventionally performed through the division of labor and the assignment of specific roles based on gender stereotypes. For example, male nurses are often expected to take on more physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients, while female nurses are expected to provide emotional support and nurturing care. This division of labor is a reflection of traditional gender roles and expectations, and it influences the way male and female nurses are perceived and treated within the profession.

Additionally, the language and imagery used within the nursing profession also contribute to the conventional performance of gender. For example, nursing has been historically associated with the feminine qualities of compassion, empathy, and nurturing, while the more technical and authoritative aspects of the profession are often associated with masculinity. This can lead to the marginalization of male nurses and the reinforcement of gender stereotypes within the profession.

Furthermore, the hierarchical structure of nursing, with the majority of leadership positions being held by men, also plays a role in the conventional performance of gender within the profession. This can create barriers for women to advance in their careers and perpetuate the idea that certain roles within nursing are more suited for one gender over the other.

In conclusion, the conventional performance of gender within the nursing profession is influenced by traditional gender roles, division of labor, language and imagery, and the hierarchical structure of the profession. By exploring and understanding these dynamics, we can work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable environment within the nursing profession, where individuals are not limited by traditional gender expectations and stereotypes.

Question 3

The authors of your text suggest that the acceptance of the terms "expertise" and "deficiency" for characterizing gender differences in friendship is:

Accepted Answer

A)   illuminating
B)   essentializing
C)   useful
D)   highly inadequate D

Question 4

Discuss how the dramaturgical model contributes to our understanding of gender performance in everyday life. Draw upon your own experiences, incorporating the following concepts into your essay: dramaturgical analysis, front and backstage, impression management, props and focused interaction.

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Question 5

John Gray's popular book Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus (2002) is an example of what kind approach to gender difference?

Accepted Answer

A)   the two-worlds approach
B)   dramaturgical analysis
C)   status expectations theory
D)   radical feminism

Question 6

In the study of Nova Scotia nurses conducted by Evans and Blye (2003) how did some men respond to challenges to their masculinity?

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Question 7

The suggestion that men are more focused on action whereas women are more focused on nurturance and expression is known as the _________ dichotomy.

Accepted Answer

A)   Mars-Venus
B)   agentic-communal
C)   agency-structure
D)   deficiency-expertise

Question 8

Research on gender differences in friendship characterizes women as "relationship experts" and men as having " ____________ relationships".

Accepted Answer

A)   self-fulfilling
B)   domineering
C)   deficit
D)   pathological

Question 9

In their study of Nova Scotia men in nursing, what did Evans and Blye (2003) find?

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Question 10

A key way that friendships differ from other types of relationships is that they are generally _________________.

Accepted Answer

A)   predictable
B)   gendered
C)   voluntary
D)   stable

Question 11

How do the athletes in Oppliger's research orient to impression management?

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Question 12

The sociological tool developed by Erving Goffman (1959), which enables us to analyzed the relation between self and other through the metaphor of the theatre, is called ________ analysis.

Accepted Answer

A)   symbolic interactionist
B)   post-modern
C)   cinematic
D)   dramaturgical

Question 13

The approach to gender difference which, essentially, argues that people do gender due to socialization and unchanging biological differences, is known as _________________.

Accepted Answer

A)   the two-worlds approach
B)   dramaturgical analysis
C)   status expectations theory
D)   radical feminism

Question 14

Empirical research on gender and friendship suggests that women's and men's friendships are:

Accepted Answer

A)   more similar than different
B)   more different than similar
C)   incomparable, given that every friendship is unique
D)   virtually identical

Question 15

Which of the following four dimensions of gender likely has the most significant impact upon the shape of your experiences, choices and relationships?

Accepted Answer

A)   individual
B)   interactional
C)   institutional
D)   socio-cultural

Question 16

Our interaction patterns are shaped by our ____________ in society.

Accepted Answer

A)   attitudes
B)   friends
C)   location
D)   impressions

Question 17

Erving Goffman uses this term to describe instances in which one's performance is ruined by qualities judged as disreputable or undesirable.

Accepted Answer

A)   stigmatized
B)   inept
C)   spoiled identity
D)   cynical performance

Question 18

To what does "hegemonic masculinity" refer? Provide an example.

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Question 19

How many of our interactions are influenced in some way by gender?

Accepted Answer

A)   very few
B)   some
C)   virtually all
D)   it varies from person to person

Question 20

What is Devor referring to when she uses the term "gender blender"? .

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Exam 8: Doing Gender

The gender theorist, Elizabeth Aries (1998) , argues that the research community has produced highly __________ claims about gender difference.