Question 1

What can you do to help others understand that feminists are more than the negative stereotypes society has leveled at them?

Accepted Answer

One way to help others understand that feminists are more than the negative stereotypes society has leveled at them is to engage in open and respectful conversations about feminism. This can involve sharing personal experiences and perspectives, as well as providing factual information about the goals and beliefs of feminism. It's important to emphasize that feminism is about advocating for gender equality and challenging oppressive systems, rather than promoting hatred or superiority of one gender over another. Additionally, highlighting the diverse and inclusive nature of feminism, and showcasing the positive impact that feminist movements have had on society, can help dispel misconceptions and stereotypes. Encouraging others to educate themselves about feminism through reputable sources and literature can also contribute to a more accurate understanding of what feminism truly stands for. Ultimately, leading by example and embodying the principles of feminism in our own actions and interactions can help to challenge negative stereotypes and promote a more nuanced and informed perspective on feminism.

Question 2

Backlashes against 20th century feminism have included

Accepted Answer

A) the claim that feminism is outdated. 
B) referring to feminists as "ball-busters" and "feminazis." 
C) blaming infertility on feminism. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) the claim that feminism is outdated. 
B) referring to feminists as "ball-busters" and "feminazis." 
C) blaming infertility on feminism. 
D) All the above are correct. D

Question 3

The major accomplishment of the first wave of feminist activists was

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A) the vote for women. 
B) reproductive freedom. 
C) equal pay for equal work. 
D) the decrease of sexism in the media. 
A) the vote for women. 
B) reproductive freedom. 
C) equal pay for equal work. 
D) the decrease of sexism in the media. A

Question 4

What values do feminists around the world have in common? In what areas may they differ?

Accepted Answer

Feminists around the world generally hav

Question 5

What are some of the criticisms of the feminist movement by women of color?

Accepted Answer

Some of the criticisms of the feminist m

Question 6

How is feminism made into a "women's problem"? What problems does this attitude create?

Accepted Answer

Feminism is often made into a "women's p

Question 7

All feminists share the idea

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A) women are unworthy and powerless. 
B) collective action is unnecessary. 
C) social change is necessary. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) women are unworthy and powerless. 
B) collective action is unnecessary. 
C) social change is necessary. 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 8

Describe the backlash against feminism over the last century.How is that backlash alive today?

Accepted Answer

The backlash against feminism over the l

Question 9

Ways to make a difference as a student include

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A) writing papers on women or gender. 
B) doing independent studies on women or gender. 
C) asking questions when women are excluded or trivialized in readings or lectures. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) writing papers on women or gender. 
B) doing independent studies on women or gender. 
C) asking questions when women are excluded or trivialized in readings or lectures. 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 10

Modern feminists are often trivialized by the idea equality

Accepted Answer

A) is a "women's problem." 
B) is something that men should be concerned about. 
C) is not something most women want. 
D) should be explained to young women. 
A) is a "women's problem." 
B) is something that men should be concerned about. 
C) is not something most women want. 
D) should be explained to young women.

Question 11

Feminists are often portrayed as

Accepted Answer

A) lesbians. 
B) man-hating. 
C) fighting-women. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) lesbians. 
B) man-hating. 
C) fighting-women. 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 12

Women-of-color argue feminist theory and research should analyze the position of

Accepted Answer

A) white women in relation to women of color. 
B) white women in relation to men of color. 
C) people of color in relation to white men. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) white women in relation to women of color. 
B) white women in relation to men of color. 
C) people of color in relation to white men. 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 13

Attempts to put women,especially feminists,in their "place" is called

Accepted Answer

A) the Jekyll and Hyde approach. 
B) quarreling. 
C) war among women. 
D) backlash. 
A) the Jekyll and Hyde approach. 
B) quarreling. 
C) war among women. 
D) backlash.

Question 14

How do modern college students-men and women both-view feminism? How do their views affect their beliefs about women's issues?

Accepted Answer

Modern college students, both men and wo

Question 15

Organized ways to get involved in feminism as a student include

Accepted Answer

A) volunteering at the women's center on campus. 
B) taking courses on women and gender and recommending them to others. 
C) joining an organization for women's equality. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) volunteering at the women's center on campus. 
B) taking courses on women and gender and recommending them to others. 
C) joining an organization for women's equality. 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 16

Women are more likely to identify as feminists when they

Accepted Answer

A) have a positive experience of feminism. 
B) recognize discrimination exists. 
C) have a feminist mother. 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) have a positive experience of feminism. 
B) recognize discrimination exists. 
C) have a feminist mother. 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 17

Conservatives often refer to feminist criticism of the male status quo as

Accepted Answer

A) female privilege. 
B) male-bashing. 
C) a double standard. 
D) trivialization of male needs. 
A) female privilege. 
B) male-bashing. 
C) a double standard. 
D) trivialization of male needs.

Question 18

Media images of second-wave feminists include

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A) "Amazons." 
B) "wild bands of lesbians." 
C) "braless bubbleheads." 
D) All the above are correct. 
A) "Amazons." 
B) "wild bands of lesbians." 
C) "braless bubbleheads." 
D) All the above are correct.

Question 19

Today,women earn ______________ of higher degrees in psychology.

Accepted Answer

A) about half 
B) the majority 
C) very few 
D) almost none 
A) about half 
B) the majority 
C) very few 
D) almost none

Question 20

Surveys of college women indicate

Accepted Answer

A) usually they were willing to label themselves as feminists. 
B) most endorsed the goals of feminism but did not label themselves as feminists. 
C) most endorsed the goals of feminism and labeled themselves as feminists. 
D) major goals of feminism were not endorsed by most. 
A) usually they were willing to label themselves as feminists. 
B) most endorsed the goals of feminism but did not label themselves as feminists. 
C) most endorsed the goals of feminism and labeled themselves as feminists. 
D) major goals of feminism were not endorsed by most.

What can you do to help others understand that feminists are more than the negative stereotypes society has leveled at them?

Backlashes against 20^th century feminism have included

The major accomplishment of the first wave of feminist activists was

What values do feminists around the world have in common? In what areas may they differ?

What are some of the criticisms of the feminist movement by women of color?

How is feminism made into a "women's problem"? What problems does this attitude create?

All feminists share the idea

Describe the backlash against feminism over the last century.How is that backlash alive today?

Ways to make a difference as a student include

Modern feminists are often trivialized by the idea equality

Feminists are often portrayed as

Women-of-color argue feminist theory and research should analyze the position of

Attempts to put women,especially feminists,in their "place" is called

How do modern college students-men and women both-view feminism? How do their views affect their beliefs about women's issues?

Organized ways to get involved in feminism as a student include

Women are more likely to identify as feminists when they

Conservatives often refer to feminist criticism of the male status quo as

Media images of second-wave feminists include

Today,women earn ______________ of higher degrees in psychology.

Surveys of college women indicate

Paving the Way

Gender, Status, and Power

Images of Women

The Meanings of Difference

Sex, Gender, and Bodies

Gendered Identities: Childhood

Sex, Love, and Romance

Commitments: Women and Close Relationships

Mothering

Work and Achievement

The Second Half: Midlife and Aging

Violence Against Women

Psychological Disorders, Therapy, and Womens Well-Being

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Exam 14: Making a Difference: Toward

What can you do to help others understand that feminists are more than the negative stereotypes society has leveled at them?

Backlashes against 20th century feminism have included

The major accomplishment of the first wave of feminist activists was

What values do feminists around the world have in common? In what areas may they differ?

What are some of the criticisms of the feminist movement by women of color?

How is feminism made into a "women's problem"? What problems does this attitude create?

All feminists share the idea

Describe the backlash against feminism over the last century.How is that backlash alive today?

Ways to make a difference as a student include

Modern feminists are often trivialized by the idea equality

Feminists are often portrayed as

Women-of-color argue feminist theory and research should analyze the position of

Attempts to put women,especially feminists,in their "place" is called

How do modern college students-men and women both-view feminism? How do their views affect their beliefs about women's issues?

Organized ways to get involved in feminism as a student include

Women are more likely to identify as feminists when they

Conservatives often refer to feminist criticism of the male status quo as

Media images of second-wave feminists include

Today,women earn ______________ of higher degrees in psychology.

Surveys of college women indicate

Paving the Way

Gender, Status, and Power

Images of Women

The Meanings of Difference

Sex, Gender, and Bodies

Gendered Identities: Childhood

Sex, Love, and Romance

Commitments: Women and Close Relationships

Mothering

Work and Achievement

The Second Half: Midlife and Aging

Violence Against Women

Psychological Disorders, Therapy, and Womens Well-Being

Filters

Backlashes against 20^th century feminism have included