Delphy and Leonard argued that time spent at home by men is leisure time, while for women it is work time. Which option best captures this?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only in middle-class families
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (A)

Time use in the home reflects gendered expectations about work and leisure. Delphy and Leonard argued that domestic labour is performed mainly by women and is unpaid, while men’s time at home is largely seen as leisure. Because women are continually engaged in tasks like cleaning, cooking, and childcare, their time at home isn’t experienced as rest or leisure but as work. In contrast, men at home are more likely to be doing or viewed as doing leisure activities. This contrast captures their view of the patriarchal division of labour inside the home.

So the statement fits their idea and is best described as true.