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Exploring Gender Roles in Parenting

The document presents a series of questions related to gender roles, focusing on a video clip where Ross is upset about his son Ben playing with a Barbie. It includes multiple-choice questions about the characters' reactions and behaviors, as well as prompts for discussion on gender stereotypes, equality, and family responsibilities. The discussion section encourages participants to explore societal expectations and the impact of gender roles on individuals.

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Exploring Gender Roles in Parenting

The document presents a series of questions related to gender roles, focusing on a video clip where Ross is upset about his son Ben playing with a Barbie. It includes multiple-choice questions about the characters' reactions and behaviors, as well as prompts for discussion on gender stereotypes, equality, and family responsibilities. The discussion section encourages participants to explore societal expectations and the impact of gender roles on individuals.

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GENDER ROLES

Video (listening)
Watch the clip and answer the following questions:

1. Why is Ross (the dad) so upset about Ben (the son) playing with a Barbie?
a. Because he doesn’t like Barbies
b. Because he doesn’t think it’s appropriate for boys
c. Because his ex-wife gave him the Barbie

1. Why does Ben have the Barbie?


a. Because he chose it at the store
b. Because Susan gave it to him
c. Because they didn’t have any other toys

1. How do Carol and Susan react to Ross’ opposition to Ben playing with the Barbie?
a. They don’t pay too much attention to it
b. They agree with Ross
c. They are offended by his reaction

1. What does Ross do about the situation?


a. He shows Ben other toys to play with
b. He plays with Ben and his Barbie
c. He hides the Barbie

1. Who tells Ross that he is exaggerating about the Barbie:


a. Monica and Joey
b. Joey and Rachel
c. Monica and Rachel

1. What did Ross use to do when he was little?


a. Call Monica “B”
b. Dress up like a woman
c. Sing songs all the time

Discussion time
Randomly pick one of the categories and discuss a question:
ATTRIBUTES GENERAL

Which behaviours are considered appropriate


for men but inappropriate for women and vice Who has an easier life, girls/women or
versa? guys/men?
Are men and women equal in their physical and Are gender roles changing in your country?
mental ability? What could be some of the negative effects of
Which stereotypes do we associate with women gender roles on a person?
and men? Do you completely fit into the female or male
How are friendships between men different from gender role?
friendships between women?

WORK FAMILY

Are there any jobs only men or only women can


What are the responsibilities of fathers and
do?
mothers in your country?
What used to be a typical job for women of your
Are there different expectations for daughters
parents’ generation? And of your grandparents’
and sons?
generation?
Should boys and girls be brought up differently?
Can women make good bosses?
Is it easier to raise a girl or a boy?
What are some professional barriers for women
Who does the household chores in your home?
and for men?

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