Final Soc- Chapter 9

Question 1

a woman may be transformed into a commodity (Hartsock, 2004), that is to say, into something which possesses value when used (material goods useful to human beings), sold, or exchanged (which makes it alienable or exchangeable for other commodities), and of low differentiation

Answer 1

Commodification of Gender

Question 2

girls and women are generally expected to dress in typically feminine ways and be polite, accommodating, and nurturing. Men are generally expected to be strong, aggressive, and bold.

Answer 2

Gender Ideals

Question 3

to achieve broadly equal opportunities and outcomes for women and men

Answer 3

Gender in the Workplace

Question 4

the process of teaching individuals how to behave under the social expectations of their gender

Answer 4

Gender Socialization

Question 5

dislike of or prejudice against gay people

Answer 5

Homophobia

Question 6

a psychological and sociological term for the exaggeration of male stereotypical behavior, such as an emphasis on physical strength, aggression, and human male sexuality

Answer 6

Hypermasculinity

Question 7

a theory in sociology which refers to the opportunities each individual has to improve their quality of life. The concept was introduced by German sociologist Max Weber in the 1920s.

Answer 7

Life Chances

Question 8

either of the two main categories (male and female) into which humans and most other living things are divided on the basis of their reproductive functions.

Answer 8

Sex

Question 9

prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex.

Answer 9

Sexism

Question 10

the enduring pattern of an individual’s emotional, sexual, and/or romantic attraction

Answer 10

Sexual Orientation