Briefly explain Disney entertainment's contribution to gender stereotypes

What will be an ideal response?


Films such as "Cinderella," "Aladdin," "Snow White," and others reinforce the socially and culturally driven concept of the "ideal" woman: she is always thin, pretty, has long hair, is pleasant and cheery, has a sing-songy voice, and she is very dependant upon the strong handsome prince.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A major criticism of the Family Life Course perspective is that it

A. only considers middle-class white families. B. does not consider variables such as race or income. C. does not consider two-parent families in sufficient detail. D. assumes a traditional two-parent family and does not handle alternative family forms well.

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In terms of what you learned in this chapter, what is grief?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the five functions fulfilled by families worldwide?

A. Procreation B. Economic security C. Recreation D. Sexual activity E. Emotional support

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