1. Why do sociologists find it important to differentiate between sex and
gender? What importance does the differentiation have in modern society?
Because Gender and Sex are two significantly different term. Sex categorizes
according to biological factors while Gender categorizes according to social
factors, so that sociologist may not be confused regarding with the two aspects.
In our Modern world today, differentiation is important, to avoid gender
streotyping. Prevent from misunderstanding of what are the gender roles.
2. How is children’s play influenced by gender roles? Think back to your
childhood. How “gendered” were the toys and activities available to you? Do
you remember gender expectations being conveyed through the approval or
disapproval of your playtime choices?
Plays and toy preference significantly affects the childrens gender role. Parents
often encourage there children in there appropriate play patterns, play groups,
and toy preferencs as they shape expected behavior, which directly influences
there gender role.
Mostly masculine toys available in my childhood. Yes, my father usually scolded
me, i never really shown any interest at basketball nor any sports.
3. In what way do parents treat sons and daughters differently? How do sons
and daughters typically respond to this treatment?
Parents unconsciously treat there sons and daughters differently. They
overestimated the ablitites of boys while underestimating the girls. Parents
expected that boys will be tough, self reliance and aggressive, while girls are
expected to be dependent, shy and caring. Son's usually respond
Both sons and daughters must comply, act as there expected behavior and follow
orders. But boys can rebel because fathers often discloses emotions to boys
rather than to girls.
