Gender and Age

Here are 30 objective multiple-choice questions based on the provided content, each with a single correct answer:

1. What is the primary distinction between sex and gender?

- A. Social vs Biological differences

- B. Behavioral vs Emotional differences

- C. Biological vs Social and Cultural differences

- D. Physical vs Psychological differences

2. What does the term "gender identity" refer to?

- A. The biological sex assigned at birth

- B. An individual's self-conception of being male or female

- C. Society’s concept of masculinity and femininity

- D. Roles that are learned and reinforced at work

3. Who identifies with the gender assigned at birth?

- A. Cisgender

- B. Transgender

- C. Non-binary

- D. Genderfluid

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4. Which of the following best describes transgender individuals?

- A. Individuals who identify with the gender assigned at birth

- B. Individuals who don't identify with any gender

- C. Individuals who identify with a gender opposite to their biological sex

- D. Individuals who change their gender based on situations

5. Gender roles are acquired through which of the following?

- A. Natural evolution

- B. Learned behaviors from society

- C. Biological instincts

- D. Individual preference

6. In traditional gender roles, women are often seen as:

- A. The primary breadwinners

- B. Physically strong

- C. The nurturers and homemakers

- D. Competitive and dominant

7. In modern-day changing gender roles, men are now more likely to:

- A. Take on more home duties

- B. Be less involved in child-rearing

- C. Avoid traditionally male occupations

- D. Focus solely on breadwinning

8. Which of the following is NOT a result of gender roles?

- A. Self-identity and expression

- B. Mental health challenges

- C. Influence on career choices

- D. Gender equality

9. Which of the following describes gender discrimination?

- A. Gender equality in the workplace

- B. Treating someone less favorably due to their sex

- C. Promoting gender diversity

- D. Offering the same opportunities for all genders

10. Which concept refers to the belief that one sex is superior to another?

- A. Gender equality

- B. Sexism

- C. Feminism

- D. Cisgenderism

11. Which of the following is a key characteristic of patriarchy?

- A. Equal power between men and women

- B. Predominance of men in roles of power

- C. A system where women hold more power than men

- D. Shared responsibilities between genders

12. Which health issue is NOT typically associated with women in Malaysia?

- A. Cardiovascular disease

- B. Breast and cervical cancer

- C. Road traffic accidents

- D. Diabetes Mellitus

13. Why do men generally use fewer healthcare services compared to women?

- A. They are less prone to illness

- B. Illness is often seen as a sign of weakness in men

- C. Men don't need healthcare as much

- D. Healthcare is not available to men

14. Which of the following describes the gender pay gap?

- A. Women earning more than men for the same work

- B. Women earning less than men for the same work

- C. Women earning the same as men for different jobs

- D. Men earning less than women for the same work

15. What is a key issue faced by women in rural and marginalized communities?

- A. Lack of educational opportunities

- B. High levels of political representation

- C. Equal access to healthcare services

- D. Overrepresentation in STEM fields

16. Child marriage is most prevalent in which regions?

- A. Europe

- B. South America

- C. India and Africa

- D. Australia and New Zealand

17. Which issue impacts women's ability to make informed decisions about reproductive health?

- A. Political underrepresentation

- B. Gender-based violence

- C. Limited access to reproductive healthcare

- D. Online harassment

18. The concept of aging that refers to the number of years a person has been alive is known as:

- A. Biological age

- B. Psychological age

- C. Chronological age

- D. Functional age

19. Which of the following describes 'secondary aging'?

- A. Changes due to molecular and cellular processes

- B. Aging due to controllable factors like diet and exercise

- C. Uncontrollable genetic aging

- D. The first stage of aging

20. A common psychological challenge faced by aging individuals is:

- A. Increased aggressiveness

- B. Embracing a sense of freedom

- C. Regret or despair about life decisions

- D. Heightened creativity

21. Which age-related disease is NOT commonly associated with the elderly in Malaysia?

- A. Alzheimer's disease

- B. Cardiovascular disease

- C. Bronchial asthma

- D. Infectious diseases

22. What percentage of older people in Malaysia were reported to suffer from depression in 2018?

- A. 5.0%

- B. 11.2%

- C. 15.0%

- D. 28.6%

22. following describes ‘elder abuse’?

- A. Providing elderly individuals with financial assistance

- B. Intentionally depriving an older person of care

- C. Supporting elderly independence

- D. Promoting healthcare services for the elderly

24. What is the main reason for elderly financial insecurity in Malaysia?

- A. Too many healthcare services

- B. Inadequate pensions and savings

- C. Lack of respect from younger generations

- D. Overuse of digital technology

25. Which of the following describes "polypharmacy" in elderly care?

- A. Using alternative therapies

- B. Taking five or more medications

- C. Avoiding all medications

- D. Relying on traditional healing methods

26. What is one of the main challenges for elderly individuals in adapting to new technologies?

- A. Declining cognitive function

- B. Lack of interest in learning

- C. Refusal to engage with younger people

- D. Physical disabilities

27. Which government action is necessary to meet the needs of Malaysia’s aging population?

- A. Reducing healthcare costs

- B. Investing in specialized geriatric care services

- C. Increasing reliance on younger workers

- D. Eliminating age-related stereotypes

28. In Malaysia, elder abuse includes all of the following except:

- A. Psychological harassment

- B. Financial exploitation

- C. Physical neglect

- D. Offering healthcare services

29. Which of the following could empower the elderly in modern society?

- A. Limiting social activities

- B. Encouraging them to stay socially engaged

- C. Isolating older individuals from workforces

- D. Relying solely on family support

30. Which stage of grief allows individuals to accept death?

- A. Denial

- B. Bargaining

- C. Depression

- D. Acceptance