1. Why do many children assume that women can only be nurses and men can be army officers?
   A) Because of their natural abilities
   B) Because of social conditioning and stereotypes
   C) Because women do not work in technical fields
   D) Because men are not interested in healthcare
2. Which belief discourages many girls from pursuing careers in science and engineering?
   A) Science is too easy for girls
   B) Girls and women are not capable of handling technical subjects
   C) Science and engineering do not require any effort
   D) Only men are allowed to study science
3. How do stereotypes about gender roles affect girls’ education?
   A) Girls are encouraged to study technical subjects
   B) Girls receive equal support as boys for education
   C) Girls do not get the same support as boys to study and pursue careers in certain fields
   D) Families invest more in girls’ education than boys’
4. What expectation is often placed on girls after they complete school?
   A) To continue higher education and work in any career they choose
   B) To become doctors and engineers
   C) To focus on marriage and household responsibilities
   D) To travel and explore the world
5. What kind of pressure do boys face in society regarding career choices?
   A) They are encouraged to follow their passions without concern for income
   B) They are expected to choose careers that provide high salaries
   C) They are given complete freedom to pursue any subject
   D) They do not face any pressure about career choices
6. Why did Xavier’s parents discourage him from studying history?
   A) They believed history had no career scope
   B) They wanted him to pursue sports
   C) They thought history was only for girls
   D) They believed history was an easy subject
7. How do rigid expectations limit children’s choices?
   A) They encourage exploration in all fields
   B) They restrict career options based on gender stereotypes
   C) They help children make independent decisions
   D) They provide equal opportunities for boys and girls
8. What are some of the pressures boys face in society?
   A) They are encouraged to cry openly
   B) They are allowed to choose careers freely
   C) They are expected to be strong and not show emotions
   D) They do not face any pressures
9. Why are gender stereotypes harmful to society?
   A) They encourage diversity in career choices
   B) They promote fairness and equality
   C) They limit opportunities and reinforce inequality
   D) They allow both men and women to pursue their dreams freely
10. What can help break stereotypes about career choices?
    A) Encouraging both boys and girls to pursue fields based on interest rather than gender
    B) Limiting education for girls
    C) Encouraging men to take only technical jobs
    D) Promoting early marriage for girls

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Answers and Explanations

1. B) Because of social conditioning and stereotypes
   Children absorb societal beliefs, leading to gendered career assumptions.
2. B) Girls and women are not capable of handling technical subjects
   This stereotype discourages girls from entering STEM fields despite their capabilities.
3. C) Girls do not get the same support as boys to study and pursue careers in certain fields
   Families and society often prioritize boys’ education in technical and leadership roles.
4. C) To focus on marriage and household responsibilities
   Many girls are encouraged to prioritize family life over professional careers.
5. B) They are expected to choose careers that provide high salaries
   Boys are often pressured to take financially stable careers rather than following personal interests.
6. A) They believed history had no career scope
   Many parents push children towards careers they believe are financially beneficial.
7. B) They restrict career options based on gender stereotypes
   Rigid expectations prevent children from exploring fields outside traditional roles.
8. C) They are expected to be strong and not show emotions
   Boys are often discouraged from expressing emotions, reinforcing harmful masculinity norms.
9. C) They limit opportunities and reinforce inequality
   Stereotypes prevent individuals from reaching their full potential and contribute to social inequality.
10. A) Encouraging both boys and girls to pursue fields based on interest rather than gender
    Breaking stereotypes ensures equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of gender.