Question 1

Negative representation feeds the sense of omnipotence of the dominators and says that this world of violence and inequality is ______.

Accepted Answer

The negative representation feeds the sense of power and control of the dominators and implies that this is the only world possible, which is why they are able to maintain their position of power and continue perpetuating inequality and violence.

Question 2

Pornography is everyday not just in the sense that coded versions of it populate mainstream images but also because ______.

Accepted Answer

The sentence is suggesting that pornography has an underlying influence on mainstream ideas and practices, indicating that choice D is the best option. Choices A, B, and C are also plausible but do not fully encompass the scope of the sentence's argument.

Question 3

"Radical" is often used to dismiss people or ideas as "crazy" or "extreme," but here it describes ______.

Accepted Answer

The definition of "radical" in this context refers to an approach that attempts to address the root causes of an issue, rather than just treating its symptoms. This can be seen in the context of social justice movements, which seek to fundamentally change the underlying structures that perpetuate inequality, rather than just making surface-level adjustments. Option B describes a similar concept, but the use of the word "entirely" may suggest a more extreme interpretation. Option C specifically references the goal of "overpowering" patriarchal society, which may be seen as an extreme or confrontational approach. Option D also presents a goal of equal rights, but the use of the phrase "dominant social and cultural position" may suggest an unequal power dynamic.

Question 4

As an icon of drag, Barbie illustrates what feminists and culture critics have been saying for some years. In no uncertain terms, Barbie demonstrates that femininity is a(n) ______.

Accepted Answer

Barbie is a manufactured product that embodies a certain ideal of femininity, with her exaggerated physical features and glamorous lifestyle. This suggests that femininity itself is a concept that is constructed and marketed, rather than a natural or inherent aspect of women.

Question 5

According to the author, rather than espousing views that synchronize well with the industry perspective, feminists need to develop ______.

Accepted Answer

The author argues that feminists need to develop a "research and activist agenda" that is not necessarily in line with the views of the industry. This suggests a more investigative and strategic approach, rather than simply reacting with protests or taking militant action. Choice A is not supported by the text, and Choices B and D are too limited in scope.

Question 6

As the author states, it is not anti-sex to critique a pornographic culture that accepts ______ designed to produce sexual stimulation, which are easily accessible not only to adults but to children at the beginning stages of their sexual development.

Accepted Answer

The author specifically mentions misogynistic and racist images as being a problem in a pornographic culture that is easily accessible to both adults and children. Note that the other options (A, B, and C) are not directly mentioned or connected to the topic of the sentence.

Question 7

In contemporary Western societies, ______ is conceptualized as practices and embodiment that justify and institutionalize the central position of patriarchal men and the suppression, discrimination, or symbolic exclusion of women or of men who embody and/or express alternative masculinities.

Accepted Answer

The definition provided fits the concept of "hegemonic masculinity" which refers to the dominant, normalized version of masculinity in a given society that is used to maintain power and privilege for men, particularly those who embody patriarchal values.

Question 8

Rather than looking at how corporate-owned media affects the way in which girls and women construct gender and sexual identities that produce and reproduce hegemonic gender relations, the author says that scholars are now arguing ______.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer suggests a shift in scholarly perspective from critical analysis of media's impact on women's gender and sexual identities towards a more positive approach to how media is targeted to women.

Question 9

Both Frank Ocean and The Weeknd can be understood as being part of a music culture that reflects the social complexities of ______.

Accepted Answer

Both Frank Ocean and The Weeknd have challenged traditional notions of masculinity in their music and public personas. They often explore themes of vulnerability, emotionality, and non-traditional relationships in their work. This reflects the social complexities of masculinity in current Western public spheres, where there is a growing awareness and critique of toxic masculinity and a push towards more inclusive and diverse expressions of gender.

Question 10

At the heart of the politics of gay representation are two intersecting considerations: the meanings/functions of visibility and ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of At the heart of the politics of...

Question 11

Barbie gives girls endless opportunities to customize her, brush and style her hair, and position her in settings like aerobics class, a school dance, or the shopping mall. Then by doing these things, the author says that Barbie ______.

Accepted Answer

The author suggests that Barbie epitomizes and even exaggerates the mandates of families by offering endless customization and scenarios, reflecting societal expectations and ideals.

Question 12

Such lines of work are those that attract disproportionate numbers of lesbigay people and are widely considered inappropriate for people of ______. The ballet and hairdressing for men and the military and automechanics for women are examples.

Accepted Answer

The question is asking for lines of work that are considered inappropriate for people of a certain gender, specifically those that attract a lot of lesbigay people. Therefore, the best choice is B, "a given gender."

Question 13

The simple ______ between oppressed and empowered women structuring most media representations of Western and Muslim femininities upholds broader political divisions.

Accepted Answer

The use of the word "between" indicates that the sentence is discussing a binary opposition or dichotomy, making option B the best choice. The other options do not accurately describe the sentence.

Question 14

As the author states, "degrees of transgression" is a metaphor for ______.

Accepted Answer

The author uses "degrees of transgression" as a metaphor to discuss the political potential of rethinking "normalization" of gay visibility as "conventionalization". The other options are not directly related to the metaphor used by the author.

Question 15

As the article states, the "it" they were referring to was the porn industry, and their reasoning was that because there are so many subgenres of porn circulating on the Internet, there couldn't possibly be ______.

Accepted Answer

The article states that because there are so many subgenres of porn circulating on the Internet, it is difficult to imagine a cohesive industry. Therefore, the best choice is B, which says there couldn't possibly be a cohesive industry. The other choices are not directly supported by the information provided in the sentence.

Question 16

Because violence has been recognized as being an acceptable expression of love in adolescent relationships, it is necessary to examine ______.

Accepted Answer

The question is asking about the messages that teenagers are receiving about violence and love in relationships. While all the answer choices could potentially play a role, the most fitting option is C, as media is a primary source of messaging for teenagers. The other choices are more focused on interpersonal communication rather than broader cultural messaging.

Question 17

In the article, the author says that over the past 25 years, the pornographers and their allies have won, and radical feminism has lost. What does he mean by this statement?

Accepted Answer

The author is stating that over the past 25 years, pornography has become more readily available and has become more overtly cruel and degrading to women and racist, indicating that the porn industry has grown and expanded while radical feminism has lost influence in society.

Question 18

Viewed through the lens of dating violence, the Twilight series offers many troubling examples of controlling behaviors and violence. The majority of controlling and violent behaviors are exhibited by ______.

Accepted Answer

The majority of controlling and violent behaviors in Twilight are exhibited by male characters, particularly Edward towards Bella.

Question 19

As the author mentions, few songs explicitly emasculate the hegemonic masculine man. To do so, The Weeknd connects the emasculation to ______.

Accepted Answer

The author mentions that The Weeknd's songs connect emasculation to a drug-infused lifestyle.

Question 20

Dating violence is gendered, with females suffering ______ of victimization and injury than males.

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that females experience higher rates of dating violence victimization and injury compared to males.

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