Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between 'sex' and 'gender' as defined in psychology?

Accepted Answer

Sex refers to physical characteristics assigned at birth, while gender refers to one's internal sense of being male, female, both, or neither.

Question 2

A child born male who identifies as female would be described as:

Accepted Answer

Transwoman

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT considered a sexual orientation?

Accepted Answer

Aromantic

Question 4

According to the Genderbread Person model, which dimension describes how a person outwardly presents their gender through behavior, clothing, and appearance?

Accepted Answer

Gender Expression

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a gender role norm in Western society?

Accepted Answer

Expecting males to be assertive and independent

Question 6

The scenario where a surgeon says, 'I can't operate—that boy is my son!' after the boy's father has died in a car crash, is best explained by:

Accepted Answer

The surgeon is the boy's biological mother.

Question 7

Which stereotype is supported by research, although the difference is small?

Accepted Answer

Females have greater verbal abilities than males.

Question 8

According to Janet Hyde's Gender Similarity Hypothesis, which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Males and females are more alike than different on most psychological variables.

Question 9

Which theory emphasizes the interaction of biological events and social labeling in the development of gender roles?

Accepted Answer

Biosocial Theory

Question 10

According to Social Learning Theory, children learn gender roles primarily through:

Accepted Answer

Differential reinforcement and observational learning

Question 11

Kohlberg's Cognitive-Developmental Theory outlines three stages of gender understanding. Which stage involves the realization that gender is invariant despite changes in appearance?

Accepted Answer

Gender Constancy

Question 12

Which of the following statements about gender-typed behavior in preschool children is supported by research?

Accepted Answer

Boys face stronger pressures to adhere to gender-role expectations than girls.

Question 13

Which of the following is a reversible intervention in gender affirming care for youth?

Accepted Answer

Breast binding or padding, hair/makeup lessons

Question 14

Research on sexual orientation in twins suggests which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Higher rates of similarity in sexual orientation among identical twins compared to fraternal twins suggest a genetic influence.

Question 15

Which of the following best explains the decline in teen pregnancy rates in recent years?

Accepted Answer

Greater use of condoms and other forms of contraception

Question 16

Which of the following is a consequence of gender intensification during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Magnification of gender differences due to hormonal changes and social pressures

Question 17

Which of the following is TRUE regarding changes in sexuality with age?

Accepted Answer

Having sex regularly in older adulthood is associated with better physical and mental health.

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of differential reinforcement in gender-role development?

Accepted Answer

A parent rewards a boy for playing with trucks and discourages him from playing with dolls.

Question 19

Which of the following is a cognitive-developmental milestone in gender understanding that typically occurs by age 2.5 to 3?

Accepted Answer

Gender identity

Question 20

Which of the following statements about gender differences in psychological traits is supported by research?

Accepted Answer

Males are more likely to display autism, ADHD, and antisocial behaviors than females.

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