Feminism

Question 1

What is feminism?

Answer 1

The recognition and oppression of the patriarchy

Question 2

What do radical feminists say about education?

Answer 2

Education maintains gender inequality through patriarchy

Question 3

What is gendered language?

Answer 3

Language commonly used in higher society, textbooks and historical accounts (he/him/his)

Question 4

What are gendered roles?

Answer 4

Stereotyped assumptions placed on men and women from society (men- breadwinners, women- homemakers)

Question 5

What are common gender stereotypes?

Answer 5

Boys are more adventurous and physically stronger than boys, girls are more caring , interested in domestic matters and are followers

Question 6

What is the stereotyped gender differences in subject choice?

Answer 6

Girls avoid science, maths and technology, choosing lower status subjects

Question 7

Provide an example of gender discrimination

Answer 7

1940s eleven plus exam, the pass mark for boys was set lower than the pass mark for girls