The term ______________ refers to a role transition that is discussed in the context of the laterlife family that symbolically signifies a shift in centrality and power from the aging generation to the middle generation within the family hierarchy
a. widowhood
b. retirement
c. behavioral slowing
d. grandparenthood
D
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The interactionist approach to gender as accomplishment allows us to view parents as:
a. actors involved in a complex process. b. parts of a machine working in harmony. c. in conflict with one another for power. d. involved in an exchange with the children over gender roles.
Single-mother families are more likely to be in poverty than are two-parent families
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Television shows and movies disproportionately portray the wealthy in a positive light, often as glamorous, able, and good. In contrast, negative characters are often portrayed as poor, criminal, and morally deficient. This is an example of what type of power the media exert over their audience?
A. cultural B. legitimate C. soft D. informational
Feminist theories:
A. are formalized theories, such as activity theory. B. use theory to illustrate gender differences in decision-making and outcomes. C. seek to prove that masculinity and femininity are not socially constructed. D. are only studied by women.