Quiz 2, Questions 1:Hyper-Masculinity and Hyper-Femininity

The former drill sergeant fits the role of a hyper-masculine male. As we learned in class, men are taught to act like men and portray themselves as men. Although the former drill sergeant who is now a psychiatrist does not visually portray the hyper-masculine male features, i.e. muscular, riding a motorcycle, or driving a truck, he does act as if a hyper-masculine male should act. He is very insensitive, and judgmental, but more importantly we hear him call the patient a cry baby. According to stereotypes for hyper-masculine males, crying is not acceptable. For men it is a sign of weakness, however for women it is much more acceptable and it can be a sign of joy, sadness, remorse, love, etc.

This advertisement is an example of hyper femininity. This advertisement shows a girl who obviously has make up on her lips and also seems to have a make up kit to the side of her. As we learned in class hyper-femininity are the norms for women (make up, long hair, emotional, well maintained, etc.). This advertisement definitely portrays that type of women figure. She is clean, sexy, and is wearing make up.