Chapter 4 Quiz

On page 90, Joe makes the point that “playing” in organized sport has become almost impossible today. This is problematic because, “Play, as much as any other activity, fuels the __________ development of young people.”

Joe discusses 3 cultural lies of masculinity and femininity that disrupt our natural development, rob us of our innocence, and give us a false sense of identity. The cultural lies of masculinity are:

Watch this video to hear Joe Ehrmann unpack in greater detail the cultural lies of false masculinity.

In the “Be A Man” talk that Joe gave at TEDxBaltimore, he redefined masculinity in a way that also can be applied as a healthy definition of femininity. Put a check mark next to the 2 things that Joe said constitute what it means to be authentically masculine (and/or feminine).

The cultural lies of femininity are:

Watch this video to hear Caroline Heldman offer straight talk and an often-startling look at the objectification of women in our society. As you watch, think about how the things she talks about feed into the cultural lies of femininity that Joe discussed in this chapter.