According to feminist theorists, we live in a(n) __________, a system in which men dominate women and in which things that are considered to be "male" or "masculine" are more highly valued than those considered to be "female" or "feminine."
Patriarchy

Question

According to feminist theorists, we live in a(n) __________,  a system in which men dominate women and in which things that are considered to be "male" or "masculine" are more highly valued than those considered to be "female" or "feminine."
Patriarchy

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The definition provided in the question perfectly matches the concept of patriarchy, which is a system of power relations where men have the most authority and privilege over women. It affects all aspects of society, including politics, economy, and culture, and it reinforces gender norms that associate masculinity with strength and femininity with weakness. Autocracy, oligarchy, and matriarchy do not accurately describe the gendered power dynamics that feminist theorists critique.

According to Feminist Theorists, We Live in A(n) __________, a System