Write an essay to answer the following question:

How do you explain the subordinate position offemales in socieo? Why is it so difficult to challenge gender socialization? In your answer give examples from Hong Kong.

How should you interpret this question?

It asks how sexism is a phenomenon embedded in our society. You need to describe the phenomenon and explain the sociological and cultural sources in relation to it. Then, you need to explain the challenges in managing this gender inequality in the context of Hong Kong.

Then, you may break down your answer to address these sub-questions:

- What is sexism? h it a worldwide phenomenon?

- Examine the theories that account for the subordinate position of females. Has there been any change in regard to the subordinate position of females in contemporary society?

- Do males generally enjoy a structural advantage in moving up the social ladder?.

- To what extent has Hong Kong society succeeded in managing this fonn of discrimination and ensuring equal opportunity between the sexes?