Topic: Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Part1: Reading
Part2: Video
[Vocabulary]
effeminate: (adj.) behaving in ways that are traditionally associated with femininity
sissy: (adj.) derogatory term for a man seen as weak or effeminate
non-binary: (adj.) gender identity that’s neither male nor female
sloppy: (adj.) messy or poorly done
wipe out: (v.) completely eliminate, destroy, or defeat someone or something
man of steel: (n.) someone who is exceptionally strong or tough.
Discussion Questions:
What do you think is the reason behind this ban?
What are some of the issue that traditional gender roles can cause?
What are some of the benefits of traditional gender roles?
Can you think of any other self-fulfilling prophecies?