Question 1

Should the US Congress try to pass more laws that extend the legal equality of women or is a state-by-state approach more beneficial?

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The question of whether the US Congress should try to pass more laws that extend the legal equality of women or if a state-by-state approach is more beneficial is a complex and nuanced issue.

On one hand, a federal approach through Congress could ensure consistent legal protections for women across all states. This could help address disparities in areas such as pay equity, reproductive rights, and protections against gender-based discrimination. Additionally, federal laws could provide a strong foundation for women's rights that is not dependent on the political climate of individual states.

On the other hand, a state-by-state approach allows for more tailored and responsive legislation that reflects the unique needs and values of each state. This approach also allows for experimentation and innovation, as states can serve as laboratories for different policies that could later be adopted at the federal level.

Ultimately, a combination of both federal and state-level efforts may be the most effective approach. Federal laws can set a baseline for women's legal equality, while states can have the flexibility to address specific issues and adapt to changing social and economic conditions. Collaboration between Congress and state legislatures could lead to a more comprehensive and inclusive approach to advancing the legal equality of women.

Question 2

The Supreme Court ruled that same-sex marriages are legal in the _____________ case.

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A)   Obergefell v. Hodges
B)   Lawrence v. Texas
C)   Loving v. Virginia
D)   Dawes v. New York A

Question 3

Which of the following is not a legal protection that applies to women's equality

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A)   Title IX
B)   The Equal Pay Act
C)   Title VII
D)   The "Madison" Amendment D

Question 4

What is one thing all women share, based upon their sex?

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A)   A common set of goals to advance equality
B)   A set definition of feminism
C)   A subordinate position due to patriarchy
D)   A subordinate positon due to legal status

Question 5

Explain the tension between the legal equality and fairness doctrines in marriage and family rights.

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Question 6

________ has the smallest pay disparity and ________ has the greatest pay disparity.

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A)   Hawaii/ Kentucky
B)   New York/ Utah
C)   California/ Wyoming
D)   Utah/ Texas

Question 7

Choose one of the three issues (Representation, Family Law, Human Capital) and list the methods that can be employed to further women's equality in those action areas.

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Question 8

The _________ is a career path that trades fewer opportunities for job advancement for more flexible work arrangements.

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Question 9

What approximate portion of the pay gap is attributed to sex discrimination?

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A)   5%
B)   12%
C)   32%
D)   Less than 1%

Question 10

What are some of the issues that remain for women's electoral representation?

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Question 11

To achieve parity, women will need to _________

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A)   hire female campaign managers who are more in touch with how to promote women candidates
B)   discourage men from running so women have more of a chance to win
C)   choose only the best female candidate to run so resources won't be diluted
D)   run for office as a matter of course and to run in large numbers in every election year

Question 12

___________, which includes education and work experience, is one of the most important determinants of wages.

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Question 13

What can the United States learn from other countries about the promotion of gender equity? And what can other countries learn from the US about the promotion of gender equity?

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Question 14

Discuss the paradox of sex equality today.

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Question 15

Advocates for paid leave in the US would argue that the law we have, known as ___________________ is very limited in terms of who is covered and the unpaid benefits it provides.

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Question 16

Explain the tension between the legal equality and fairness doctrines in education and employment.

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Question 17

What is required for substantive representation of women in Congress?

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A)   More men who identify as feminists
B)   More Republican women candidates/officeholders
C)   More Democratic women candidates/officeholders
D)   A female President

Question 18

The first manifesto of women's rights, adopted at Seneca Falls is

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A)   The Declaration of Women's Rights
B)   The Sentiments of Feminism
C)   The Declaration of Sentiments and Resolutions
D)   The Declaration and Resolution of Women's Rights

Question 19

__________ was the first (and as of 2017, only) woman to serve as Speaker of the House.

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Question 20

The Lily Ledbetter Act does not enhance the equal pay guarantees of the Equal Pay Act the way that the _________________ would.

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Exam 9: Setting the Agenda and Taking Action: New Challenges in the Pursuit of Equality