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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, Housewifery Expands to Fill the Time Available.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In regards to both of Freud's main theories, what does it say about his cultural upbringing?
(a) He thought that women were meant to be taken advantage of.
(b) All of these.
(c) He thought women were meant to be as slaves.
(d) Women were considered inferior.

2. Margaret Mead frequently _______ herself.
(a) Contradicts.
(b) Debases.
(c) Praises.
(d) Admonishes.

3. What does Parsons find in sexual segregation?
(a) It is necessary.
(b) It is functional.
(c) It is archaic.
(d) It is integral.

4. Which statement best fits the main problem?
(a) Women had become too comfortable.
(b) Women weren't challenged in their lifestyle.
(c) Women had lost their self identity.
(d) Women longed for careers.

5. What is considered "phallic activity"?
(a) Things that normally pertain to men.
(b) None of these.
(c) All of these.
(d) Holding ones' genitals.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the most powerful perpetuator(s) of the feminine mystique?

2. What was blamed for every problem American children faced?

3. What does the feminine protest do?

4. What was Freud most concerned about in regards to society?

5. What year was the survey published for electrical appliances?

(see the answer key)

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