Feminist Theory from Margin to Center Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 20:

1.

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.

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

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

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

2.

According to the author, who originally defined "sisterhood" in the feminist movement? (from Chapters 4 and 5)

The middle class white women at the forefront of the movement.

University professors.

Young female college students in sociology classes.

Working class women.

3.

How did women working for change initially view the exercise of power? (from Chapters 6 and 7)

As something negative.

As something to strive for.

As a rejection of femininity.

As a luxury.

4.

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

Unity between working women.

Women who share the same parents.

Unity between women.

Common religion among women.

5.

Following the author's reasoning, what does a societal trend towards women identifying with and pursuing male models of power show? (from Chapters 6 and 7)

That women lack the ability to develop their own models.

That women do not necessarily experience and wield power differently from men.

It does not really show us anything one way or the other.

That women are just as capable as men.

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