When a society practices male circumcision as an initiation ritual, what happens tomen's status?O Men's status is the highest because initiation rituals allow men to separate themselves fromwomen and reinforces male dominanceO Men and women are perceived as equals because the ritual allows both women and men toenter the next phase of their lives (puberty)O Men's status is the lowest because they are considered objects of entertainment andhumiliationNone of the above. Male circumcision is no longer practiced worldwide.Q Searchhp

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Social Psychology (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134641287

Author:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Publisher:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Chapter1: Introducing Social Psychology

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When a society practices male circumcision as an initiation ritual, what happens to
men's status?
O Men's status is the highest because initiation rituals allow men to separate themselves from
women and reinforces male dominance
O Men and women are perceived as equals because the ritual allows both women and men to
enter the next phase of their lives (puberty)
O Men's status is the lowest because they are considered objects of entertainment and
humiliation
None of the above. Male circumcision is no longer practiced worldwide.
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Step 1: Introduction

Across the world different types of societies exist and they follow different religious practices. Some religious practices are related to gender, and significantly influence societal norms and behaviours. They can either reinforce traditional gender hierarchies, limiting opportunities for women, or promote more egalitarian values, fostering greater gender equality depending on their norms and values. These practices can construct family structures, work dynamics, and overall societal expectations, impacting the well being and opportunities of individuals based on gender.