Ch. 8 Rhetorical Feminist Theories

Question 1

Feminism

Answer 1

Concerned with equality between men and women

Ex. TED TALK “We should all be feminists” by Adichi

Question 2

First Wave (19th century-1920)

Answer 2

Achieving the right to vote

Question 3

Second Wave (1960s)

Answer 3

Primarily sought to achieve equal rights

Question 4

Third Wave

Answer 4

Focuses more on the day-to-day experiences and a
broader proliferation of what “feminism” looks like (though many of these elements were present in earlier waves

Question 5

Karlyn Khors Campbell

Answer 5

Brought to light a great deal of first-wave feminist rhetoric presented in public venues and theorized the unique genre of women’s movement rhetoric.

Question 6

Feminine Style

Answer 6

is based on women’s experiences in learning
crafts, power, and gender socialization

Question 7

Invitational Rhetoric

Answer 7

Involves offering perspectives to the audience they may or may not share
* Seeks to create an atmosphere of safety, value, and freedom

Question 8

Miller

Answer 8

argued that rhetoric as persuasion (re: speakers seeking to convert audiences) encourages conflict, and alternative forms should emphasize dialogue and learning situations that
generate energy and growth

Question 9

Gender Diversity Perspective (CONDIT)

Answer 9

A perspective on rhetoric that recognizes the values of feminism while at the same time appreciating human eloquence.

Question 10

Gender

Answer 10

Social and cultural constructions of identity that include norms, roles, and behaviors.

Question 11

Sex

Answer 11

a biological trait

Question 12

Mary Daly

Answer 12

Focused on rhetoric’s oppressive effects on women and how rhetoric can liberate women

Question 13

Foreground

Answer 13

Rhetorical practices/patterns that oppress women

Question 14

Background

Answer 14

Practices that can empower/liberate