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Gwds 111: Introduction To Gender Question Paper

Gwds 111: Introduction To Gender

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Gender And Development Studies

Institution: Egerton University question papers

Exam Year:2010

SECTION A: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

1.(a) Define the following terms using examples:
a. Gender and gender roles (4 Marks)
b. Sex and sex roles (4 Marks)
c. Culture (2 Marks)
d. Gender inequality (2 Marks)
(b) Discuss two ways in which gender inequality is constructed by African societies. (2 Marks)
(c) Discuss using examples how schools and families construct and reinforce gender roles and
gender stereotypes in the society. (16 Marks)

SECTION B: ANSWER TWO QUESTIONS ONLY

2.(a) Define the following terms: (4 Marks)
- Gender bias
- Gender balance
(b) Explain the meaning of Gender discrimination using examples. (4 Marks)
(c) Discuss in detail four sectors the Kenyan society has succeeded in deconstructing gender
stereotyping. (12 Marks)
3.(a) What is theory? (2 Marks)
(b) Using Freud Sigmund's gender theory, explain hoe the ID, ego and superego construct and
shape the character of a man and a woman. (12 Marks)
(c) Identify and explain three problems of Sigmund's theory. (6 Marks)
4.(a) Define the term patriarchy. (2 Marks)
(b) Discuss three ways in which patriarchy disadvantages a woman in African Societies. (6 Marks)
(c) Discuss briefly four policies the Kenyan government should put more emphasis in achieving
gender equality. (4 Marks)
(d) Discuss four ways in which Media Industry represents women in Kenya. (8 Marks)

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