The Smiths Are Going Christmas Shopping for Their Two Children

question 47

Multiple Choice

The Smiths are going Christmas shopping for their two children, Dick and Jane. They plan to buy Dick a Tonka truck and Jane a Barbie doll. Their selection of toys for their children is an example of ________ by parents.

• A) resocialization
• B) role diffusion
• C) ego identity
• D) gender socialization

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Definitions:

Formative Stage

A developmental phase where growth, learning, or change is shaping an individual, concept, or project, setting foundational structures.

Multiculturalism

A policy or ethos that promotes the preservation of different cultures or cultural identities within a unified society, recognizing and valuing diverse cultural backgrounds.

Employment Equity Act

A Canadian law aimed at eliminating barriers to employment and promoting equality in the workplace for groups traditionally marginalized, including women, racial minorities, indigenous peoples, and people with disabilities.

Second-Generation

Typically refers to individuals born in a country to parents who immigrated to that country, experiencing a blend of cultural identities.