1.) Why do unfounded stereotypes persist if there are relatively little differences between males and females on most psychological traits? State two explanations why and give an example of each (please try and use a different examples than whatever is already listed in the textbook. Hint: you can use some of the research on the previous page as your examples).
2.) In your own words, explain the biosocial theory of gender-role development.
3.) How does social learning theory explain gender-role development? State three explanations (or three pieces of evidence).
4.) How does Kohlberg explain gender-role development from a cognitive standpoint?
5.) Martin & Halverson (1981/1987) proposed a (somewhat) different cognitive theory from Kohlberg. In your own words, explain their schematic-processing model.
6.) What is gender intensification? And what two experiences in adolescence is this process related to?
7.) According to anthropologist David Gutmann, what is parental imperative? State one piece of evidence that supports his hypothesis.
8.) Also according to Gutmann, what happens to mothers and fathers after the children are grown?