Masculinity/Femininity

The idea of masculinity is made up of a series of cliches and/or stereotypes:

• that the man provides for the family and makes more money
• that the man works harder and is more successful in business
• that the man never shows 'weak' emotions and puts more emphasis on the physical aspect of relationships
• that the man is physically strong and excels at fixing things
• that the man is better at math and science, the 'important' subjects

On the contrary, femininity is made up of these stereotypes, though some became outdated after the 1950s:

• the woman cares for the children, she may have a career as well but can't expect to make as much
• the woman doesn't work as hard and therefore is not as respected or successful in business
• women are more focused on the emotional aspect of things, both in romantic relationships and in general
• the woman is physically weak and must be protected
• the woman is better at English and art, the 'girly' subjects