In the Case of David Reimer, the Boy Who Was

question 25

Multiple Choice

In the case of David Reimer, the boy who was raised a girl following a circumcision accident, what variable was the greatest influence on his ultimate gender development?

• A) His twin brother
• B) His sister
• C) Prenatal testosterone exposure
• D) Parents who rewarded feminine behavior
• E) Parents who rewarded masculine behavior

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Definitions:

African-American

Pertaining to people in the United States who have ancestral roots in Africa, particularly those whose ancestors were brought to America through the transatlantic slave trade.

Autobiographical Memory

A personal narrative that helps children acquire an enduring sense of themselves.

Narrative Structures

The organized way a story or narrative is presented to the reader or audience, involving elements like plot, characters, and setting.

Larger Culture

The broader societal context that encompasses various norms, values, practices, and artifacts of a specific group or society.