Evidence That Gender Is Socially Constructed Includes

question 57

Multiple Choice

Evidence that gender is socially constructed includes

• A) the different gender roles found in different countries.
• B) the lack of gender variability generally.
• C) studies that find more difference within a gender than between genders on most traits.
• D) the common gender expectations across all social classes.

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Definitions:

Functionalist

A perspective in sociology that emphasizes the importance of social structures and their role in maintaining societal stability and functionality.

Symbolic Interactionist

A perspective in sociology that focuses on the symbols and details of everyday life, understanding social interactions and the meanings individuals attach to them.

Feminist

A person who supports and advocates for the rights, equality, and social, economic, and political empowerment of women.

Symbolic Interactionism

A sociological theory that focuses on how individuals interpret and give meaning to symbols, shaping their social interactions.