Even though a young man would rather be at home sewing clothes and listening to music, he also goes out with his friends to participate in skateboarding. These actions help him avoid being called gay or queer by male friends. This young man is avoiding ac

a) homophobia.
b) heteronormativity.
c) masculinity.
d) heterosexism.


ANS: a

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