From an interactionist perspective, the MOST important way that schools socialize children into their gender identities is

A) by forcing schoolchildren to wear uniforms.
B) by exposing children to mass media.
C) by punishing children for minor violations of gender norms on the playground.
D) through interactions between teachers and students.

Interactionist Perspective

A theoretical approach in sociology that focuses on how individuals shape and are shaped by society through their interactions.

Gender Norms

The societal expectations and conventions that dictate behaviors, actions, and roles based on one's perceived gender.

Mass Media

Various forms of media, including television, newspapers, radio, and the internet, that reach large audiences simultaneously and have significant influence on public opinion and culture.