SAGE Core Concepts in Sociology: Gender and Gender SocializationClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 157, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:Which of the following statements about gender and gender roles is true?
A. Gender refers to biological and physiological differences between males and females.
B. Most gender roles and identities are biological.
C. Gender roles are commonly assigned tasks or expected behaviors that society considers appropriate for men and women.
D. The terms sex, sexuality, and gender have very similar meanings.
Answer: C
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