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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does it ultimately mean for the author when women behave like white men?
(a) It means that there are more white men, i.e. there is no new definition of humanity.
(b) It means that these women are creating a more successful life.
(c) It's an important sign of the sexual revolution.
(d) It means that they are traitors to their gender.

2. How does the author describe the family in "Western society"?
(a) The Western family is based on nurturing and equality.
(b) For centuries it has been dominated by a sexist, patriarchal, authoritarian model.
(c) Television has destroyed family relationships.
(d) It is no longer the primary social unit.

3. How does the author propose to prioritize the struggles against various forms of prejudice?
(a) She does not think that prejudices can be prioritized one over the other.
(b) People should prioritize whatever prejudice is most relevant to their lives.
(c) Feminists should look to their community leaders for guidance on how to prioritize their actions against different forms of prejudice.
(d) Feminists should focus on gender issues first and then address problems like classism.

4. In Chapter 3, "The Significance of Feminist Movement," the author discusses which of the following themes?
(a) The effects of feminism on foreign policy.
(b) Famous personalities within the feminist movement.
(c) The major shortcomings of the feminist movement.
(d) The potential social and political benefits of the feminist movement.

5. What potential effect can feminism have on the family, in the author's view?
(a) It can help maintain the traditional structure of the Western family.
(b) It can undermine family stability.
(c) It can transform the family in very positive ways.
(d) It can draw attention away from the family towards more important things.

Short Answer Questions

1. As stated in the 1984 Preface, what is the primary weakness of feminist theory that the author promises to address in her book?

2. For the author, which two main terms had been left out of feminist discussions when she first published her book?

3. In the Preface to the second edition, what is the first factor considered by black parents when a child is born, according to the author?

4. What is the primary "point of contact" between the oppressor and the oppressed?

5. In the Preface to the second edition (2000), how does the author describe the original reception of her book?

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