Tomboy

High school (ages 12+)
Everyday Life

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/tomboy

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is a tomboy?A tomboy is a girl or young woman who likes things that are usually thought of as boyish, like sports and comfortable clothes. They enjoy activities that let them move freely and be themselves.
2. Why do tomboys like wearing comfy clothes instead of pretty dresses?Tomboys choose comfy, practical clothes like jeans, t-shirts, shorts, and sneakers because they want to move easily and feel comfortable while playing or doing activities.

Gender Expression: The outward presentation of a person's gender, encompassing clothing, behavior, and personal style, which may or may not conform to societal expectations.
Androgyny: The blending of masculine and feminine characteristics in appearance or behavior, or the quality of being neither distinctly masculine nor feminine.
Gender Roles: Societal expectations and norms regarding the behavior, activities, and attributes deemed appropriate for individuals based on their perceived sex or gender.