Match the following words with their correct definitions:1. Material Success2. Femininity3. Work-life Balance4. Authority5. Inclusivity6. Toughness7. Teamwork8. Sensitivity9. Consensus10. Masculinityneitherneitherneitherneithermasculinitya. a set of cultural norms, values, and behaviours traditionally associated with men, such asassertiveness, independence, and competitivenessb. the equilibrium between an individual’s professional commitments and personal life, aiming tomaintain a healthy and fulfilling lifestylec. the ability to perceive and respond empathetically to the feelings, needs, and emotions of oneselfand othersd. collaborative efforts of a group of individuals working together to achieve a common goal orcomplete a taske. the power or right to give commands, make decisions, and enforce obedience or influence overothersf. demonstrating resilience, determination, and the ability to withstand difficult or challengingsituations without losing courageg. creating an environment that values and embraces diversity, where individuals of differentbackgrounds, identities, and perspectives feel welcome and respectedh. achievement, wealth, or prosperity often measured by financial gains or possessionsi. agreement or harmony among a group of people regarding a particular decision or course of actionj. a set of cultural norms, values, and behaviours traditionally associated with women, such asempathy, nurturing, and emotional expressiveness

Identify masculinity or femininity in the following examples:1. a woman is offered a promotion to a management position, but declines it because she valueswork-life balance over career advancement2. a man is criticized for showing emotions in a work meeting, as his colleagues’ view emotionalexpressiveness as a negative trait3. a company implements policies that prioritize family-friendly benefits, such as flexible workhours and paid parental leave4. a man is praised for his assertiveness and competitiveness in the workplace5. a man is expected to provide for his family financially, as the breadwinner role is a culturalvalue in society6. a culture that prioritizes emotional intelligence and empathy, leading to a more supportive andinclusive work environment7. the company culture values hierarchy and power8. a man who prioritizes work-life balance is seen as less committed to his career9. a man is criticized for taking on care-giving responsibilities for his family, as it goes againstcultural expectations of the role as provider and protector10. a company values risk-taking and innovation, leading to a fast-paced and dynamic workenvironment11. a woman who takes on a leadership role is expected to adopt traits, such as assertiveness andcompetitiveness, to be taken seriously in the workplace12. a culture that values power and status, leading to a hierarchical and unequal work environment13. a manager promoting aggressive and competitive behaviour in the workplace, makingdecisions based on individual achievement and competition14. a male employee being praised for being empathetic and supportive15. a culture prioritizing environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibilityComparative16. a culture promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace17. a culture advocating for a strong welfare state and government support for citizens18. a culture valuing technological advancements and innovation19. a culture promoting the responsible use of technology and protection of the environment20. an economy emphasizing profits and growth over social welfare and equality

Choose the right answer:1. Which of the following characteristics does not apply to a masculine society?a. live to work b. failure at school is a disaster c. decisive and assertivebosses d. emphasis is on solidarity and quality of working life2. Which of the following characteristics does not apply to a feminine society?a. no strict separation of gender roles b. social orientation c. profitorientation d. compassion and humility3. Hyperbole, exaggeration, persuasion, dreams, great expectations and comparative advertisingreflect which dimension of Hofstede?a. masculinity b. femininity c. individualism d. collectivism4. Feminine cultures tend to be:a. North American b. Scandinavian c. East Africand. both b and c5. Which of the following countries does not have a feminine society?a. Denmark b. Portugal c. France d. Italy6. Which of the following countries does not have a masculine society?a. Hungary b. Russia c. Austria d. USA7. What does the cultural dimension of masculinity vs. femininity not depend on?a. economic wealth b. religion c. history d. sexuality8. Which of the following heroes does not represent a masculine culture?a. Rasmus Klump b. John Bull c. Uncle Sam D. William Tell9. What is according to Geert Hofstede the Scandinavian representation of a feminine approachregarding education and professional life?a. Hygge b. Lagom c. Janteloven d. Lykke10. What is not a feature of femininity in the family?a. both parents are dominant b. balanced distribution of roles between men andwomen c. parents are responsible for quality of life and interpersonalrelationships d. boys do not cry and will fight back when attacked11. Which of the following is not considered a characteristic of masculinity in school?a. failure at school is disaster b. teachers are more likely to praise weaker studentsc. the best student is the norm in school d. the teacher’s professionalqualifications and academic reputation are very important12. Which of the following is not considered a characteristic of masculinity when shopping?a. status purchases b. more non-fiction books are bought c. more moneyspent on domestic needs d. more families with two cars13. Which of the following is not considered a characteristic of femininity in the workplace?a. conflicts are resolved through a fair fight b. principle of equalityc. work to live d. the service sector is more developed14. Which leadership style is primarily used in countries with a feminine culture?a. paternalistic b. democratic c. autocratic d. laissez faire15. What is highly prized in a masculine culture?a. teamwork b. individual achievement c. emotional expressivenessd. compassion16. What is the focus in a feminine culture?a. competition b. control c. work-life balance d. power17. What is not valued in a masculine culture?a. power b. individualism c. emotional expressiveness d. competition18. What is the main goal in a feminine culture?a. individual growth b. balancing work and personal life c. achievingsuccess through competition d. maintaining control19. In a feminine culture, what is the focus when making decisions?a. consensus b. personal ambition c. power and control d. competition20. In a masculine culture, what is the focus when working with others?a. cooperation b. competition c. collaboration d. independence21. In a feminine culture, what is the focus regarding family responsibilities?a. prioritizing work b. prioritizing family responsibilities c. individualsuccess d. corporate social responsibility22. What is the focus in a masculine culture regarding emotions?a. emotional expressiveness b. emotional control c. emotional detachmentd. emotional suppression.23. What is the focus in a feminine culture regarding education?a. collaboration b. individual achievement c. competitiond. interdependence24. What is the focus in a masculine culture regarding decision-making?a. personal ambition b. consensus c. power and control d. competition

Masculinity versus femininity focuses on the importance of achievement versus affiliation. In masculine societies, the following organizational implication/s is/are validGroup of answer choicessocial rewards are valuedsex roles are clearly differentiatedsoft, intuitive skills rewardedmore women in more qualified jobs

A sociological Perspective that says as man progresses so as man's needs and wants thus he/she is determined to have more because this dissatisfaction.

'Organizational practices being based on loyalty, sense of duty and group participation' is a trait of which of the following cultural dimensionsGroup of answer choiceslow individualismlow power distancelow masculinityhigh uncertainty avoidanceNext