Question 1

Because our perspectives are limited by our social positions (e.g.,sex,class,race,sexual orientation)we can never fully understand the lives of people who differ from us.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Explain what the author of Gendered Lives means when she writes that privilege and disadvantage are unearned.

Accepted Answer

The social disadvantages and privileges that accompany race,class,gender,sexual orientation,etc.are not earned.They do not reflect the achievements,efforts,or failings of individuals who enjoy or suffer them.

Question 3

Feminism

Accepted Answer

Feminism is a word that has different meanings for different people.It comes from a French word meaning "woman" and "political position." Most feminists agree that it is a "a movement for social,political,and economic equality of women and men," and many people go beyond this to work to increase rights for all disadvantaged groups.

Question 4

The Industrial Revolution transformed social views of the essence of masculinity from ____ to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  courage to strength 
B)  physical strength to ability to earn an income 
C)  intelligence to physical strength 
D)  ambition to attractiveness 
E)  none of the above

Question 5

Heterosexual men and women report being happier and more satisfied with their relationships when their partners:

Accepted Answer

A)  Define themselves as feminists. 
B)  Define themselves as non-feminists. 
C)  Have the same attitudes toward feminism as they do. 
D)  Are unconcerned about feminism. 
E)  There is no research about relationship satisfaction and feminisms.

Question 6

Terms such as "spouse," "husband," "wife," and "marriage" are inclusive of all people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When was the term "feminism" first used?

Accepted Answer

A)  The 1600s 
B)  1920 
C)  The late 1800s 
D)  1970 
E)  The early 1700s

Question 8

Socially constructed

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The answer of Socially constructed...

Question 9

Being feminist is in conflict with being feminine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Identify and explain the stages people commonly undergo in the process of identifying with feminism.

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The answer of Identify and explain the stages people commonly...

Question 11

What reasons does the author of your textbook provide for preferring the term "partner" to terms such as "spouse," "husband," or "wife?"

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The answer of What reasons does the author of your...

Question 12

Sexism is the fault of men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

If everyone could become aware of gender inequality,it would no longer exist.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The author of your textbook talks about privileges and disadvantages that are part of her social location (and standpoint)that she did not earn and explains how they shape how she sees the world.Choose one privilege and one disadvantage that is part of your social location and explain how it shapes how you see the world.

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The answer of The author of your textbook talks about...

Question 15

Inclusive language

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The answer of Inclusive language...

Question 16

Wood argues that communication is the fulcrum for change because:

Accepted Answer

A)  Change comes through communication. 
B)  Communication allows us to identify and challenge cultural views. 
C)  Communication allows us to define alternatives and persuade others. 
D)  Individuals may be powerful social agents for change through communication. 
E)  All of the above are valid reasons.

Question 17

The author of your textbook argues that U.S.society has undergone numerous changes that have led to greater gender equity; at the same time,she suggests additional changes are needed.What are some of the positive changes Wood discusses and what work still needs to be done?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The author of your textbook argues that...

Question 18

How many women in the U.S.are killed by their intimate partner each day?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 in 20 
B)  1 in 100 
C)  1 in 2 
D)  1 in 4 
E)  1 in 250

Exam 14: Introduction: Opening the Conversation

Because our perspectives are limited by our social positions (e.g.,sex,class,race,sexual orientation)we can never fully understand the lives of people who differ from us.

Explain what the author of Gendered Lives means when she writes that privilege and disadvantage are unearned.

Feminism

The Industrial Revolution transformed social views of the essence of masculinity from to .

Heterosexual men and women report being happier and more satisfied with their relationships when their partners:

Terms such as "spouse," "husband," "wife," and "marriage" are inclusive of all people.

When was the term "feminism" first used?

Socially constructed

Being feminist is in conflict with being feminine.

Identify and explain the stages people commonly undergo in the process of identifying with feminism.

What reasons does the author of your textbook provide for preferring the term "partner" to terms such as "spouse," "husband," or "wife?"

Sexism is the fault of men.

If everyone could become aware of gender inequality,it would no longer exist.

Inclusive language

Wood argues that communication is the fulcrum for change because:

The author of your textbook argues that U.S.society has undergone numerous changes that have led to greater gender equity; at the same time,she suggests additional changes are needed.What are some of the positive changes Wood discusses and what work still needs to be done?

How many women in the U.S.are killed by their intimate partner each day?