Question 1

Women are more likely to identify as feminists when they
A)have a positive experience of feminism.
B)recognize discrimination exists.
C)have a feminist mother.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that women are more likely to identify as feminists when they have a positive experience of feminism, recognize discrimination exists, and have a feminist mother. These factors contribute to a better understanding and appreciation of feminist principles and values, which in turn increase the likelihood of identifying as a feminist.

Question 2

Surveys of college women indicate
A)usually they were willing to label themselves as feminists.
B)most endorsed the goals of feminism but did not label themselves as feminists.
C)most endorsed the goals of feminism and labeled themselves as feminists.
D)major goals of feminism were not endorsed by most.

Accepted Answer

Surveys of college women indicate that most endorse the goals of feminism but do not label themselves as feminists.

Question 3

Feminists are often portrayed as
A)lesbians.
B)man-hating.
C)fighting-women.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Feminists are often stereotyped in various negative ways, including being labeled as lesbians, man-hating, or overly aggressive, which are misconceptions and oversimplifications of the feminist movement.

Question 4

Women-of-color argue feminist theory and research should analyze the position of
A)white women in relation to women of color.
B)white women in relation to men of color.
C)people of color in relation to white men.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Women-of-color argue that feminist theory and research should analyze the position of white women in relation to women of color and men of color, as well as analyze the position of people of color in relation to white men. Therefore, all the choices are correct.

Question 5

Attempts to put women,especially feminists,in their "place" is called
A)the Jekyll and Hyde approach.
B)quarreling.
C)war among women.
D)backlash.

Accepted Answer

Backlash refers to a negative reaction or response against a social or political movement, often aimed at putting the marginalized group back in their "place." This term is commonly used in discussions about the efforts to suppress feminist and women's rights movements.

Question 6

Media images of second-wave feminists include
A)"Amazons."
B)"wild bands of lesbians."
C)"braless bubbleheads."
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Media images of second-wave feminists included all of the above stereotypes, portraying them as aggressive, man-hating women who rejected traditional femininity and sexual norms. These images were often used to discredit and dismiss the feminist movement, and are now recognized as harmful and inaccurate.

Question 7

All feminists share the idea
A)women are unworthy and powerless.
B)collective action is unnecessary.
C)social change is necessary.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

All feminists believe that social change is necessary to achieve gender equality. The other options are incorrect and contradict the principles of feminism.

Question 8

All feminists recognize
A)women are the same the world over.
B)social change is unnecessary.
C)collective action is necessary.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Feminists recognize the need for collective action in order to bring about social change. While feminists recognize the common experiences of women, they also acknowledge that women's experiences vary greatly depending on factors such as race, class, sexuality, and nationality. Therefore, it would not be accurate to say that all feminists see women as the same worldwide. Additionally, feminists believe that social change is necessary to address the systemic inequalities and oppressions faced by women, so option B is incorrect.

Question 9

The feminist movement has been criticized in the past for its
A)racism.
B)heterosexism.
C)ageism.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

The feminist movement has been criticized for its racism, heterosexism, and ageism. These criticisms highlight the lack of inclusivity and intersectionality in some aspects of the feminist movement and the need for a more diverse and inclusive approach to feminism.

Question 10

Modern feminists are often trivialized by the idea equality
A)is a "women's problem."
B)is something that men should be concerned about.
C)is not something most women want.
D)should be explained to young women.

Accepted Answer

The idea that equality is a "women's problem" trivializes modern feminists by suggesting that it is an issue only for women, rather than a broader societal concern.

Question 11

Contemporary feminism is a global movement for
A)empowering women.
B)young women.
C)working naturally and easily with other women.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

Contemporary feminism primarily focuses on empowering women by advocating for equal rights and opportunities across various aspects of life.

Question 12

Though feminist theory has generally labeled ___________ the primary source of oppression for all women,many women do not consider _____ the primary problem.
A)race
B)religion
C)gender
D)childbearing

Accepted Answer

Feminist theory often identifies gender as the primary source of oppression for women, but not all women view it as their main issue.

Question 13

Organized ways to get involved in feminism as a student include
A)volunteering at the women's center on campus.
B)taking courses on women and gender and recommending them to others.
C)joining an organization for women's equality.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

All of the above options are great ways for students to get involved in feminism. Volunteering at the women's center on campus provides an opportunity to support and connect with other feminists while offering assistance to those who need it. Taking courses on women and gender can provide important context and information to better understand the issues facing women today. Joining an organization for women's equality provides a community and a platform for activism, which can make a significant impact on the fight for gender equality.

Question 14

Backlashes against 20^th century feminism have included A)the claim that feminism is outdated. B)referring to feminists as "ball-busters" and "feminazis." C)blaming infertility on feminism. D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

All the options listed are correct and have been used as backlash against 20th century feminism. The claim that feminism is outdated suggests that it is no longer relevant and necessary in modern times. Referring to feminists as "ball-busters" and "feminazis" attempts to ridicule and discredit their beliefs and actions. Some have also blamed infertility on feminism, suggesting that women's pursuit of careers and independence has led to a decline in fertility rates.

Question 15

One common form of backlash is
A)picturing women with babies.
B)labeling feminists as crazy.
C)talk of the "Jekyll and Hyde" story.
D)encounter groups.

Accepted Answer

Labeling feminists as crazy is a form of backlash where individuals try to discredit the ideas and goals of feminism by portraying feminist activists as irrational and extreme. This tactic is used to undermine the credibility of feminist movements and to discourage women from participating in them.

Question 16

Conservatives often refer to feminist criticism of the male status quo as
A)female privilege.
B)male-bashing.
C)a double standard.
D)trivialization of male needs.

Accepted Answer

While there may be instances of feminist criticism that unfairly generalize all men or do not take into account male experiences, conservatives often label any criticism of the male status quo as "male-bashing," regardless of whether it is actually accurate or productive. This label dismisses and delegitimizes valid criticisms of patriarchal norms and reinforces the idea that men should not be held accountable for their actions or attitudes.

Question 17

Ways to make a difference as a student include
A)writing papers on women or gender.
B)doing independent studies on women or gender.
C)asking questions when women are excluded or trivialized in readings or lectures.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

All of the listed options provide ways for students to make a difference in promoting awareness and understanding of women and gender issues. Writing papers and doing independent studies can deepen one's understanding and contribute to the overall knowledge base. Asking questions when women are excluded or trivialized helps to challenge bias and promote inclusivity. Therefore, choosing all the above options is the best choice.

Question 18

The major accomplishment of the first wave of feminist activists was
A)the vote for women.
B)reproductive freedom.
C)equal pay for equal work.
D)the decrease of sexism in the media.

Accepted Answer

The major accomplishment of the first wave of feminist activists was securing the right to vote for women, which happened with the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920. While progress was made towards equal pay for women and reproductive freedom in later waves of feminism, these were not major accomplishments of the first wave. The decrease of sexism in the media is still an ongoing issue that has yet to be fully addressed.

Question 19

The backlash against feminism has included
A)perpetuating negative stereotypes of feminists.
B)insisting biological differences are the reason for men's greater achievements.
C)describing feminism as a war on men.
D)All the above are correct.

Accepted Answer

The backlash against feminism has included all of the above tactics, including perpetuating negative stereotypes of feminists, insisting biological differences are the reason for men's greater achievements, and describing feminism as a war on men. These tactics are used to discredit the feminist movement and maintain the status quo of gender inequality.

Question 20

Today,women earn ______________ of higher degrees in psychology.
A)about half
B)the majority
C)very few
D)almost none

Accepted Answer

According to the American Psychological Association, women earned the majority of higher degrees in psychology in the United States.

Quiz 14: Making a Difference: Toward

Women are more likely to identify as feminists when they

Surveys of college women indicate

Feminists are often portrayed as

Women-of-color argue feminist theory and research should analyze the position of

Attempts to put women,especially feminists,in their "place" is called

Media images of second-wave feminists include

All feminists share the idea

All feminists recognize

The feminist movement has been criticized in the past for its

Modern feminists are often trivialized by the idea equality

Contemporary feminism is a global movement for

Though feminist theory has generally labeled _______ the primary source of oppression for all women,many women do not consider _ the primary problem.

Organized ways to get involved in feminism as a student include

Backlashes against 20^th century feminism have included

One common form of backlash is

Conservatives often refer to feminist criticism of the male status quo as

Ways to make a difference as a student include

The major accomplishment of the first wave of feminist activists was

The backlash against feminism has included

Today,women earn ______________ of higher degrees in psychology.