Question 1

Reading "A Transnational Black Feminist Framework: Rooting in Feminist Scholarship, Framing Contemporary Black Activism" Kia M. Q. Hall
-The concept of intersectionality demonstrates the important relationship between scholarship and activism.

Accepted Answer

The article argues that intersectionality, which is rooted in feminist scholarship, has framed contemporary black activism. Therefore, it demonstrates the important relationship between scholarship and activism.

Question 2

Reading "A Transnational Black Feminist Framework: Rooting in Feminist Scholarship, Framing Contemporary Black Activism" Kia M. Q. Hall
-The Black Lives Matter movement is committed to the inclusion of

Accepted Answer

The Black Lives Matter movement is committed to the inclusion of trans women, queer people, and girls, reflecting a broad and inclusive approach to addressing issues of social justice and equality. This aligns with the principles of a transnational Black feminist framework, which emphasizes the importance of intersectionality and the inclusion of diverse identities within activism.

Question 3

Reading "A Transnational Black Feminist Framework: Rooting in Feminist Scholarship, Framing Contemporary Black Activism" Kia M. Q. Hall
-Transnational feminists argue that human rights issues include

Accepted Answer

Transnational feminists argue that human rights issues include both domestic violence and police violence, regardless of whether they occur within the U.S. or outside of it. Therefore, both options (a) and (b) are correct.

Question 4

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia
-The introduction of the term Latinx resulted in its immediate, widespread use.

Accepted Answer

The introduction of the term "Latinx" has been met with mixed reactions and has not achieved immediate, widespread use. Its adoption varies widely among individuals, communities, and contexts, with some embracing the term for its inclusivity, while others resist it for various reasons, including linguistic and cultural preferences.

Question 5

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia
-Latinx is a term that acknowledges intersectional identities.

Accepted Answer

The article "In Defense of Latinx" argues that Latinx is a term that acknowledges and includes intersectional identities, such as gender identity and sexual orientation, in the Latinx community.

Question 6

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia
-The debates about the term Latinx demonstrate that

Accepted Answer

The debates around the term "Latinx" highlight the significance of labels (A), the importance of considering gender, sexuality, and sexual expression alongside race and ethnicity (B), and the power inherent in the words we choose to use (C), making all the statements correct.

Question 7

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia
-The term Latinx is a better option than Latino/a because

Accepted Answer

The term Latinx is a better option than Latino/a because Latino/a implies a default to the masculine, not taking into account non-binary or gender nonconforming identities. Latinx is more inclusive and acknowledges the presence of gender diversity within the Latino community.

Question 8

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia
-The term Latinx complicates the concept of a gender binary because

Accepted Answer

The term Latino/a implies a gender binary of only male and female, whereas Latinx includes all gender identities.

Question 9

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy
-In Piercy's poem "My Heroines," she argues that heroines write our future.

Accepted Answer

Throughout the poem, Piercy highlights the accomplishments and struggles of notable women in history, and asserts that their actions and words have paved the way for progress and change. She makes it clear that these heroines have influenced the world around them and set an example for future generations to follow.

Question 10

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy
-Who are the women whom Piercy calls "heroines"?

Accepted Answer

The women whom Piercy calls "heroines" are those who write letters late at night and volunteer at shelters, as described in the poem. While she does mention women running for President, they are not specifically referred to as heroines in the context of the poem. Therefore, the best answer is D, as it includes both (a) and (b).

Question 11

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy
-In Piercy's poem "My Heroines," what do heroic mothers say?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy
-In Piercy's poem...

Question 12

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy
-Marge Piercy focuses on the actions of everyday women in order to

Accepted Answer

In "My Heroines," Marge Piercy redefines heroism for readers by focusing on the actions of everyday women. She argues that these women, who are typically overlooked and undervalued, are the true heroines of our time. Piercy believes that heroism should be redefined to include these women and their contributions to society.

Question 13

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy
-Marge Piercy focuses on women's activism in order to

Accepted Answer

Throughout the essay, Marge Piercy highlights individual women who have made a difference through their activism and community involvement, such as Emma Goldman and Sojourner Truth. She emphasizes the power of women working together and taking action to make change. Piercy does not criticize women who choose to stay home or argue for mothers to exclusively work outside the home. She also does not focus on any negative aspects of feminist activism.

Quiz 1: Womens and Gender Studies: Perspectives and Practices

Reading "A Transnational Black Feminist Framework: Rooting in Feminist Scholarship, Framing Contemporary Black Activism" Kia M. Q. Hall -The concept of intersectionality demonstrates the important relationship between scholarship and activism.

Reading "A Transnational Black Feminist Framework: Rooting in Feminist Scholarship, Framing Contemporary Black Activism" Kia M. Q. Hall -The Black Lives Matter movement is committed to the inclusion of

Reading "A Transnational Black Feminist Framework: Rooting in Feminist Scholarship, Framing Contemporary Black Activism" Kia M. Q. Hall -Transnational feminists argue that human rights issues include

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia -The introduction of the term Latinx resulted in its immediate, widespread use.

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia -Latinx is a term that acknowledges intersectional identities.

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia -The debates about the term Latinx demonstrate that

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia -The term Latinx is a better option than Latino/a because

Reading "In Defense of Latinx" Christine Garcia -The term Latinx complicates the concept of a gender binary because

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy -In Piercy's poem "My Heroines," she argues that heroines write our future.

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy -Who are the women whom Piercy calls "heroines"?

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy -In Piercy's poem "My Heroines," what do heroic mothers say?

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy -Marge Piercy focuses on the actions of everyday women in order to

Reading "My Heroines" Marge Piercy -Marge Piercy focuses on women's activism in order to