Understanding Gender Inequality through a Social Experiment

What is the initial difference in treatment between Al and Bob in the social experiment?

• Bob is allowed to play more often.

• Al receives more pocket money than Bob.

• Bob is given more toys to tidy.

• Al is praised more for his tidying skills.

How does the experimenter justify giving Al a leadership role over Bob?

• Bob refused to take the role.

• Al is seen as a natural leader.

• Bob was absent during the interview.

• Al has better grades in school.

What additional responsibility is Bob given when the twins receive pets?

• Bob must buy food for the pets.

• Bob must train the pets.

• Bob must build a new hutch.

• Bob must do most of the pet care.

What is the long-term effect of the social experiment on Al and Bob?

• Both twins end up with similar confidence levels.

• Al becomes more dominant and self-assured.

• Bob becomes more confident than Al.

• Bob surpasses Al in leadership roles.

What is the underlying message of the social experiment regarding gender inequality?

• Boys and girls face the same challenges.

• Inequality is more visible when applied to boys.

• Gender roles are naturally determined.

• Inequality is only a problem for boys.