Understanding Gender Stereotypes and Roles

What is a gender stereotype?

• A belief about how people of a certain gender should behave

• A type of clothing worn by different genders

• A scientific term for gender differences

• A law regarding gender equality

Which of the following is an example of gender expression?

• A person’s belief about gender roles

• The way someone dresses or acts

• The biological differences between males and females

• A law that protects gender rights

What are gender roles?

• The expectations and behaviors considered appropriate for men and women

• The physical characteristics of males and females

• The laws governing gender equality

• The different types of gender identities

How can a person's beliefs about gender influence their decisions?

• They can affect how they dress and behave

• They have no impact on decision-making

• They only influence career choices

• They determine a person's biological sex

Which of the following statements reflects a common gender stereotype?

• Boys are better at math than girls

• Everyone can excel in any subject

• Girls can be leaders too

• Both boys and girls can play sports

If a boy enjoys playing with dolls, how might this challenge traditional gender roles?

• It shows that boys should only play with trucks

• It suggests that interests are not limited by gender

• It means he is not a boy

• It reinforces the idea that boys are aggressive

What is one way to challenge gender stereotypes in everyday life?

• By ignoring them

• By promoting equal opportunities for all genders

• By only supporting one gender

• By following traditional gender roles

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gender expression?

• Clothing choices

• Hair styles

• Biological sex

• Mannerisms

Why is it important to understand the difference between gender identity and gender expression?

• They are the same thing

• It helps in respecting individual choices and identities

• It is not important

• It only matters in academic settings

How can media influence perceptions of gender roles?

• By providing accurate representations of all genders

• By reinforcing stereotypes through characters and storylines

• By ignoring gender altogether

• By promoting gender equality