Question

Reading 12 – The Girl Hunt: Urban Nightlife and the Performance of Masculinity The author of this study illustrates a point often made in the sociology of gender literature: that gender is enacted rather than possessed. This particular article deals with enactment of masculinity in the modern urban scene of dating and hunting for a mate. Describe the ritualistic behaviors observed by this author while observing "the girl hunt" in this study.

Answer 1

Answer: Based on research performed at the University of Pennsylvania, David Grazian´s study characterizes the ritual of girl hunting as ritualistic and performative, as well as a form of homosocial activity, and a collective activity.  

Explanation:

Grazian describes ritualistic behaviors such as pregaming, and the general ritualistic use of alcohol, notably in college campuses, and especially for men. Additionally, special music and fashion cues, competitive jockeying and sex talk, are all collective rituals of homosociality that help confidence-building and also build group solidarity and cohesion.