Question

1. patriarchy is considered a \social construction\ by most sociologists, which means that: (1 point) *

a) it is a natural and inevitable outcome of biological differences.
b) it is a universal system that exists in the same way across all cultures.
c) it is created and perpetuated through social processes, cultural norms, and institutions, rather than being determined by biology.
d) it is primarily maintained by individual mens personal beliefs.

1. a social construct is most accurately described as: (1 point) *

a) a concept or idea that exists in objective, natural reality, independent of human perception.
b) an agreement or idea created and given meaning by a society or group through social interaction.
c) a physical object or biological fact that exists universally across all cultures.
d) a universal unchanging truth that is discovered by people through scientific observation.

Explanation:

In sociology, a social construction is an idea or concept that is created and given meaning through social processes, norms, and interactions. Patriarchy as a social construction means it is not biologically - determined but a result of social and cultural factors. A social construct is an agreement or idea created by society through social interaction.

Answer:

1. c) It is created and perpetuated through social processes, cultural norms, and institutions, rather than being determined by biology.
2. b) An agreement or idea created and given meaning by a society or group through social interaction.