Kendra Is an Introductory Sociology Student

question 40

Multiple Choice

Kendra is an introductory sociology student. For a class project, she decides to study messages in the mass media. She notices that there are very few role models for young gays and lesbians. Kendra concludes that the messages in the media reflect __________.

• A) homophobia
• B) heteronormativity
• C) heterosexism
• D) a double standard of sexuality

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