Gender Role Test

Discover Your Feminine and Masculine Traits

Welcome to the Gender Role Test! This quiz is based on the groundbreaking research of Dr. Sandra Ruth Lipsitz Bem, an American psychologist who developed the Bem Sex-Role Inventory (BSRI). The BSRI is designed to measure how individuals endorse traits associated with traditional male and female roles. In this simplified test, we explore how you relate to these traits, giving you a percentage score for your feminine and masculine characteristics. Keep in mind that this test is for informational purposes and should not be considered as professional psychological advice. Feel free to take the test and discover more about yourself.

Note: Based on Dr. Sandra Lipsitz Bem’s research, this test categorizes your personality into masculine or feminine traits. While the topic is debated, Bem’s work is widely validated and reliable. The test focuses solely on existing gender perceptions and is used for both cultural critique and affirming traditional gender roles. The test strictly examines current notions of gender without discussing their biological or cultural origins. It’s employed for both cultural analysis by feminists and validation of traditional gender roles by others.

What’s your preferred way to celebrate a friend’s birthday?
Organize a competitive game night.
Plan a heartfelt surprise with thoughtful gifts.
Just hang out, no specific plans needed.
You just got home from work. How do you unwind?
Hit the gym or go for a run.
Call a friend or family member to catch up.
Sit quietly and read or watch TV.
How do you deal with a flat tire on your way to a meeting?
Change it yourself without much fuss.
Call someone and use the time to comfort others who might be affected by your delay.
Call for roadside assistance and calmly wait.
You see a child lost and crying in a mall. What do you do?
Take charge and alert mall security.
Comfort the child and wait with them until help arrives.
Make an announcement over the mall’s PA system.
How do you usually handle disagreements with your partner?
Lay down facts to make your point.
Try to understand your partner’s feelings.
Agree to disagree.
What kind of movies do you prefer?
Action or suspense thrillers.
Romantic comedies or dramas.
Documentaries or independent films.
How do you react when you see a spider in your room?
Kill it or take it outside yourself.
Call someone else to deal with it.
Leave it; it’s not harming you.
You’re at a party and notice someone sitting alone. What do you do?
Continue networking or talking to people you know.
Approach them and strike up a conversation.
Make a brief introduction but don’t linger.
Your friend is going through a tough time. How do you help?
Offer practical advice or solutions.
Be a listening ear and offer emotional support.
Do something fun to distract them.
You’re assembling a piece of furniture. What’s your strategy?
Follow the manual step-by-step.
Call a friend for a fun assembly get-together.
Wing it and figure things out as you go.
How do you typically make plans with friends?
Set a time and place well in advance.
Keep it flexible and decide the details on the day.
A mix of both, depending on the situation.
You have a free Saturday. How would you spend it?
Work on a personal project or hobby.
Host a get-together or go out with friends.
A balance of alone time and socializing.
What would you bring to a potluck dinner?
Something that showcases your cooking skills.
Something you know is a crowd-pleaser.
Whatever is easiest to prepare or buy.
A project deadline is coming up. How do you manage your time?
Create a detailed plan and stick to it.
Make sure everyone on the team is comfortable with the workload.
Work intensively as the deadline approaches.
How do you feel about public speaking?
Comfortable and ready to lead.
Nervous but willing if it makes others happy.
Indifferent; it’s just something to get through.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gender Role Test?

The Gender Role Test is an online quiz created to explore your masculine and feminine traits. While it takes inspiration from the theories of Dr. Sandra Bem, it is entirely independent and should not be confused with Dr. Bem’s Bem Sex-Role Inventory (BSRI). This test has no affiliation with the BSRI and serves solely as a tool for self-discovery based on similar thematic concepts.

The Gender Role Test has been expertly crafted by the Arealme team, drawing on our extensive experience and data collected from our series of gender-related quizzes.

What are the traits associated with traditional gender roles?

Traditional gender roles often categorize men as assertive, competitive, and emotionally reserved, traits frequently linked with leadership and independence. Women, on the other hand, are often described as nurturing, empathetic, and emotionally expressive, qualities commonly associated with caregiving and community-building. It’s crucial to understand that these are societal constructs and do not universally apply to everyone.

Who is Dr. Sandra Bem?

Dr. Sandra Ruth Lipsitz Bem was an American psychologist known for her significant contributions to the study of gender roles, gender identity, and androgyny. She developed the Bem Sex-Role Inventory (BSRI), a pioneering scale used to measure the extent to which individuals endorse traits related to traditional male and female roles. Her work has had a profound influence on psychology and has helped to shift perceptions around gender identity and roles.

Female Gender Role

Daily Life:

Women have historically been expected to maintain the household, focusing on tasks like cooking, cleaning, and childcare, embodying the role of the nurturer.

Career:

Career expectations for women have traditionally been in 'feminine' sectors like teaching, nursing, or the arts, often based on the belief that these careers require emotional intelligence and empathy.

Relationships:

In relationships, women are often seen as the emotional backbone, offering support and maintaining relational harmony. They’re traditionally expected to be more communicative and expressive about their feelings.

Marriage:

In the context of marriage, women are often expected to prioritize family and home life, sometimes even at the expense of personal ambitions or careers.

Sports:

Traditionally, women have been directed towards less aggressive sports like gymnastics, tennis, or swimming. Performance in sports is often secondary to aesthetic or grace.

Note: These are just societal norms and not universally applicable to all individuals. Women can embody a wide range of characteristics, many of which may not align with traditional "feminine" roles.

Male Gender Role

Daily Life:

In a traditional sense, men are often expected to be the primary providers and problem-solvers, taking initiative and displaying competence in a variety of tasks.

Career:

Men are frequently encouraged to pursue careers that are deemed 'masculine,' like engineering, finance, or manual labor, often due to the perception of these fields requiring logical thinking and physical strength.

Relationships:

Traditionally, men are viewed as the pursuers in romantic relationships, initiating dates and proposals. Emotional expression is often downplayed, with emphasis placed on actions rather than words.

Marriage:

In marriage, men are traditionally expected to be the breadwinners and the head of the household, making major decisions and taking responsibility for the family’s well-being.

Sports:

Men are often steered toward competitive and physically demanding sports like football, basketball, or boxing. Success in sports can be seen as a sign of masculinity and prowess.

Note: It’s essential to stress that these are societal constructs and do not universally apply to everyone. Men can, and do, exhibit a variety of traits not traditionally deemed “masculine.”

Statistical Data for Gender Role Test

Country Name	Avg. Male Ratio	Avg. Female Ratio
🇺🇸 United States	55	45
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	52	48
🇨🇦 Canada	50	50
🇧🇷 Brazil	51	49
🇩🇪 Germany	54	46
🇦🇺 Australia	53	47
🇲🇽 Mexico	60	40
🇵🇱 Poland	55	45
🇫🇷 France	48	52
🇮🇩 Indonesia	58	42
🇵🇭 Philippines	47	53
🇪🇸 Spain	50	50
🇮🇹 Italy	53	47
🇳🇱 Netherlands	49	51
🇦🇷 Argentina	57	43
🇨🇱 Chile	56	44
🇻🇳 Vietnam	51	49
🇯🇴 Jordan	65	35
🇸🇬 Singapore	52	48
🇷🇺 Russia	59	41
🇸🇪 Sweden	47	53
🇲🇾 Malaysia	57	43
🇫🇮 Finland	48	52
🇪🇬 Egypt	63	37
🇹🇭 Thailand	49	51
🇩🇿 Algeria	62	38
🇹🇷 Turkey	61	39
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia	68	32
🇵🇪 Peru	54	46
🇭🇺 Hungary	53	47
🇮🇪 Ireland	51	49
🇳🇿 New Zealand	52	48
🇵🇹 Portugal	50	50
🇳🇴 Norway	48	52
🇬🇷 Greece	55	45
🇯🇵 Japan	50	50