Practice How Gendered Is The Family? (3.2.4) - UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS

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Question 1.
What does gender bias refer to?
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Think about societal roles.
Question 2.
Describe the difference in investment between male and female children.
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Consider why families value boys more.
3Question 3.
What is the main belief regarding male children in families?
- They receive less investment
- They will support parents in old age
- They are less healthy
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Consider what families expect from their children.
4Question 4.
True or False: Female infants have better biological survival rates than male infants.
- True
- False
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Think about biological facts.
Question 5.
Evaluate how gender bias in family investment can contribute to broader gender inequalities in society.
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Think about the societal impacts of neglecting female education.
Question 6.
Design an awareness campaign targeted at changing perceptions of female children in families. Outline key message strategies.
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Consider effective messaging that resonates emotionally.

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