Agents of Socialization: Shaping Gender Roles and Identity

Question 1

Which institution is widely recognized as the primary agent of socialization, responsible for shaping individuals' initial gender socialization?

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Family

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School

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Workplace

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Religious organizations

Question 2

How does peer group influence contribute to the ongoing process of gender socialization?

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Reinforces existing gender norms and expectations

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Provides a safe space to explore gender non-conformity

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Promotes a critical understanding of gender roles

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Encourages the rejection of all traditional gender identities

Question 3

Identify a potential criticism of the media's role in gender socialization.

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It can perpetuate stereotypical gender representations

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It provides diverse and inclusive representations of gender

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It promotes gender equality through balanced portrayals

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It has no significant impact on gender socialization

Question 4

Which characteristic is distinctive of socialization in adulthood?

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It involves adopting new values and beliefs

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It is primarily driven by conforming to social norms

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It is mainly influenced by primary agents of socialization

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It is unlikely to occur in later stages of life

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How does the concept of intersectionality relate to gender socialization?

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It highlights the interconnectedness of various forms of social inequality in shaping gender experiences

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It suggests that gender socialization is identical for all individuals regardless of their social identities

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It minimizes the significance of gender as a factor in socialization

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It is irrelevant to the study of gender socialization

Question 6

How does gender socialization contribute to the maintenance of social order?

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It perpetuates traditional gender roles and reinforces existing power structures

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It encourages individuals to challenge gender norms and inequalities

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It promotes social mobility and upward economic mobility

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It has no significant impact on the maintenance of social order

Question 7

How do peer groups influence the development of gender identities and behaviors?

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Peers often reinforce traditional gender norms and expectations.

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Peers have no significant impact on gender socialization.

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Peer influence is primarily limited to adolescence.

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Peer groups always promote gender equality.

Question 8

How do biological and social factors interact in shaping gender development?

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Biological and social factors intertwine to influence gender development, with neither being the sole determinant.

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Biological factors exclusively dictate gender identity and expression.

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Social factors solely influence gender identities and expressions, making biological factors inconsequential.

Question 9

How does gender socialization influence individuals' self-concept and life goals?

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It shapes their beliefs about their abilities and aspirations.

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It has no impact on individuals' self-perceptions and goals.

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It only affects individuals in certain cultures.

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It is primarily determined by biological factors.

Question 10

According to socialization theory, which of the following occurs during the preparatory stage?

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Learning the norms and values of society

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Internalizing societal expectations

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Developing a sense of self

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Becoming independent from parents

Question 11

The process by which individuals internalize societal expectations and values is known as:

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Socialization

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Assimilation

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Acculturation

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Enculturation

Question 12

Which of the following is a characteristic of mass media as an agent of socialization?

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Reaches a diverse audience through various channels

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Is limited in its influence

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Promotes face-to-face interactions

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Provides a direct experience of societal norms

Question 13

The tendency for individuals to conform to group norms is known as:

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Social influence

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Social identity

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Socialization

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Social exchange

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of gender socialization?

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Learning about gender roles and expectations

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Interacting with friends

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Developing a sense of self-esteem

Question 15

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the values and beliefs of their culture is called:

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Enculturation

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

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Socialization

Question 16

According to symbolic interactionism, the self is developed through

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Social interactions

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Biological factors

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Cognitive processes

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Cultural norms

Question 17

How do people mainly learn about gender roles according to Social Learning Theory?

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By watching and copying how others behave.

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By being directly taught by their parents.

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By reading books about gender roles.

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By going to workshops on gender equality.

Question 18

Which agent of socialization has the most significant influence on shaping an individual's gender identity?

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Family

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Peers

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School

Question 19

According to socialization theory, what is the process by which individuals internalize social norms and values?

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Socialization

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Acculturation

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Habituation

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Enculturation

Question 20

How does the media contribute to the socialization of gender roles?

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By presenting stereotypical images and narratives

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By promoting equal opportunities

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By encouraging critical thinking

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By providing factual information

Question 21

Which of the following is a characteristic of successful socialization?

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Internalization of social norms

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Rejection of societal expectations

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Rebellion against authority

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Inability to adapt to change

Question 22

How can schools contribute to the process of gender equality socialization?

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By providing equitable opportunities and challenging gender stereotypes

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By emphasizing traditional gender roles

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By ignoring gender issues

Question 23

Which of the following is a potential consequence of inadequate socialization?

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Social isolation and deviance

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High self-esteem

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Academic success

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Career advancement

Question 24

How does the concept of the looking-glass self relate to the process of socialization?

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It emphasizes the influence of others' perceptions on self-concept.

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It argues that self-concept is primarily shaped by internal factors.

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It suggests that individuals are born with a fixed self-concept.

Question 25

Which of the following is a limitation of socialization theory?

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It can overemphasize the role of society.

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It provides a comprehensive explanation of human behavior.

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It can be applied to a wide range of social phenomena.

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It is well-supported by empirical research.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT considered an agent of socialization?

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Genetics

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Peer group

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School

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Family

Question 27

The process of learning and internalizing societal norms and values is known as:

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Socialization

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Enculturation

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

Question 28

Which of the following is a primary agent of socialization?

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Family

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Workplace

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School

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Peers

Question 29

The influence of the media on socialization is often termed as:

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Media socialization

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School socialization

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Family socialization

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Peer socialization

Question 30

The process through which individuals adapt to a new culture is known as:

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Acculturation

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Assimilation

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Integration

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a desirable outcome of effective socialization?

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Deviance

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Compliance

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Internalization of norms

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Role acquisition

Question 32

The socializing force that involves individuals with similar interests and experiences is:

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Peer group

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Media

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School

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Family

Question 33

Which of the following is a potential negative consequence of media socialization?

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Stereotyping

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Social connection

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Increased knowledge

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Political awareness

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT considered a primary agent of socialization in the early stages of a child's life?

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Workplace

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Peers

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Family

Question 35

According to socialization theory, family plays a crucial role in:

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Transmitting cultural values, shaping gender roles, and providing emotional support

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Developing problem-solving skills

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Providing economic security

Question 36

The hidden curriculum in schools is primarily concerned with:

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Unwritten rules, values, and norms

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Academic subjects

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Extracurricular activities

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School policies

Question 37

Which of the following is a criticism of the mass media's role in socialization?

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Potential for promoting stereotypes and limiting critical thinking

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Enhancing access to different perspectives

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Fostering cultural diversity

Question 38

Socialization is a:

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Two-way process that involves both socialization of the individual and socialization of society

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One-way process where society shapes the individual

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One-way process where the individual shapes society

Question 39

Which of the following is an example of anticipatory socialization?

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Preparing for a future role, such as a career or being a parent

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Learning from past experiences

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Adapting to a new social environment

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Internalizing social norms

Question 40

According to symbolic interactionism, socialization occurs through:

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Interactions with symbols, language, and meanings

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Classical conditioning

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Conformity to social norms

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Cognitive development

Question 41

Socialization is influenced by:

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Both social structure and individual agency

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Only social structure

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Only individual agency

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT considered an agent of socialization that shapes individuals' gender roles and behaviors?

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Supermarket

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School

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Family

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Peers

Question 43

The process by which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their social group or society, including gender roles, is known as:

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Socialization

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Assimilation

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Acculturation

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Enculturation

Question 44

Which of the following is a primary agent of socialization that plays a crucial role in shaping gender identities and behaviors?

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Family

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School

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Media

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Peer group

Question 45

The theory of socialization that emphasizes the role of observational learning, imitation, and reinforcement in shaping gender behaviors is called:

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Social learning theory

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Social exchange theory

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Cognitive development theory

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Symbolic interactionism

Question 46

Peers play a significant role in socialization, particularly during which stage of the life course?

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Adolescence

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Young adulthood

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Early childhood

Question 47

Which of the following is a potential negative consequence of socialization in the context of gender roles and behaviors?

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Conformity to restrictive gender norms

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Social support

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Improved communication skills

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Increased self-esteem

Question 48

The process by which individuals challenge and renegotiate the gender norms and values they have learned through socialization is known as:

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Resocialization

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Deculturation

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Acculturation

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Socialization

Question 49

Which of the following is an example of gender socialization that reinforces traditional gender stereotypes?

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Teaching girls to prioritize domestic skills over STEM subjects

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Promoting equal opportunities for girls and boys in education

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Encouraging boys to express their emotions openly

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Challenging the notion that women are naturally more caring than men

Question 50

Which of these is NOT typically considered a primary agent of socialization?

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Workplace

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Peers

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Family

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School

Question 51

Which agent of socialization is known for transmitting cultural values and norms through informal interactions?

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Peer group

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School

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Government

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Media

Question 52

Which theory of socialization emphasizes learning through observation and imitation?

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Social learning theory

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Constructionism

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Symbolic interactionism

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Cognitive development theory

Question 53

How does the media act as an agent of socialization?

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It transmits cultural values and beliefs.

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It provides formal education.

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It offers religious guidance.

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It enforces laws and regulations.

Question 54

Which of these can influence how effectively agents of socialization shape individuals?

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Individual characteristics

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Government policies only

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Economic conditions only

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Social class alone

Question 55

Which of the following is an example of latent socialization?

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Learning table manners at home.

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Joining a political party.

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Studying for a history test.

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Attending a religious service.

Question 56

What is 'gender socialization'?

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The process of learning and adopting gender roles and expectations.

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The process of acquiring language skills.

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The development of one's sexual orientation.