Emily Martin's Analysis of the "Fairy Tale" of the Egg

question 11

Multiple Choice

Emily Martin's analysis of the "fairy tale" of the egg and the sperm as presented in U.S. textbooks does NOT indicate that:

• A) the scientific language of biology promotes gendered stereotypes of male and female behavior.
• B) "female" eggs aggressively pursue more "passive" male sperm until conception occurs.
• C) cultural constructions are reinforced by imagery that highlights biological differences.
• D) stereotypes of male and female behavior are portrayed as naturally occurring patterns.
• E) the anthropomorphizing of egg and sperm coincides with issues in the antiabortion discourse.

---

Definitions:

Abdominal Surgery

Surgical operations that take place in the abdominal cavity, often involving organs such as the appendix, gallbladder, or intestines.

Intermittent Suction

A method of applying suction for a short period of time to clear secretions from airways or surgical sites, often used in medical settings.

Auscultating Bowel Sounds

The process of listening to the sounds of the intestine with a stethoscope as part of a medical examination to check for normal or abnormal digestive activity.

Myopia

A common eye condition characterized by difficulty seeing distant objects clearly, also known as nearsightedness.