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True or False Quiz

Read each question carefully and then select the best answer.



1

We construct our behavior socially so the male-female differences are either created or exaggerated.
A)true
B)false
2

The research of anthropologist Margaret Mead points to the importance of biology in defining social roles of males and females.
A)true
B)false
3

Conflict theorists see gender differences as a reflection of the subjugation of one group (women) by another group (men).
A)true
B)false
4

Interactionist researchers tend to examine gender stratification on the micro level of everyday behavior.
A)true
B)false
5

The courts recognize only one kind of sexual harassment.
A)true
B)false
6

A study conducted by the General Accounting Office found that, on the average, women earned 91 cents for every dollar earned by men.
A)true
B)false
7

National surveys done today show that women generally endorse feminist positions, and they readily accept the label of "feminist."
A)true
B)false
8

As of 2004, the people of the United States appeared to wholeheartedly support their right to legal abortion.
A)true
B)false
9

Gerontologists rely heavily on biological principles and theories to explain the impact of aging on the individual and society.
A)true
B)false
10

Disengagement theory takes a functionalist approach to explain the impact of aging during one's life course.
A)true
B)false
11

Activity theory takes a functionalist approach to explain the impact of aging during one's life course.
A)true
B)false
12

Conflict theorists have criticized both disengagement theorists and activity theorists for failing to consider the impact of social structure on aging patterns.
A)true
B)false
13

Gerontologist Robert Atchley has identified several phases of retirement experience: the near phase occurs when the person establishes a specific departure date from his or her job.
A)true
B)false
14

The term ageism is used to refer to prejudice and discrimination against people because of their age.
A)true
B)false
15

Participation in the paid work force is not typical after the age of 65, but it is common.
A)true
B)false







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