Feminist Theory from Margin to Center Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 20:

1.

Which one of the following is true of the author beliefs about child care centers? (from Chapters 10 and 11)

They should be run exclusively by women.

They should not provide food for the children's lunches.

They should be staffed by workers of both genders.

They should be run with discipline and order.

2.

In Chapter Four, what does the author give as the broad definition of "sisterhood" from the early feminist movement? (from Chapters 4 and 5)

Women who share the same parents.

Unity between women.

Unity between working women.

Common religion among women.

3.

How does the author propose to prioritize the struggles against various forms of prejudice? (from Chapters 2 and 3)

Feminists should focus on gender issues first and then address problems like classism.

People should prioritize whatever prejudice is most relevant to their lives.

She does not think that prejudices can be prioritized one over the other.

Feminists should look to their community leaders for guidance on how to prioritize their actions against different forms of prejudice.

4.

Related to education, what does the author see as one of the primary goals of feminism? (from Chapters 8 and 9)

Encouraging women to take more business classes.

Encouraging women to challenge their male professors.

Encouraging women to strive for education and develop their intellects.

Encouraging women not to get lose sight of their families in their quest for an education.

5.

How does the author describe the family in "Western society"? (from Chapters 2 and 3)

It is no longer the primary social unit.

The Western family is based on nurturing and equality.

For centuries it has been dominated by a sexist, patriarchal, authoritarian model.

Television has destroyed family relationships.

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