Which of the Following Best Summarizes the Way That Black

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes the way that black women have been portrayed in mainstream media?

• A) Their portrayal has narrowed over time.
• B) Their portrayal has remained the same over time.
• C) Their portrayal has been consistently negative.
• D) Their portrayal has been contested by alternative portrayals.

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Definitions:

Gender Norm

The roles, behaviors, activities, and characteristics that society deems suitable for males and females based on social constructions.

Stereotype

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Labeling

The process of assigning a name, category, or descriptor to individuals or groups, often based on behavior or characteristics.

Gender Stability

The understanding that one's gender identity is fixed and constant over time.