Feminist/Women's Studies Flashcards
What is feminist theory?
A movement and academic discipline that critiques gender-based oppression.
What was the focus of first-wave feminism?
Legal inequalities, particularly women’s suffrage.
How did second-wave feminism expand its concerns?
It addressed workplace rights, reproductive rights, and sexuality.
What is intersectionality in feminism?
The recognition that gender oppression intersects with race, class, and sexuality.
How does feminist literary criticism challenge the canon?
By exposing the exclusion of women’s voices and analyzing gendered stereotypes.
What role do feminist presses play?
They promote literature by and about women, challenging androcentric narratives.
How has third-wave feminism differed from earlier waves?
It critiques the lack of diversity in earlier feminism and embraces LGBTQ+ perspectives.
What is the feminist critique of patriarchy?
It highlights how patriarchal systems privilege men at the expense of others.
How does feminist theory intersect with postcolonialism?
It critiques Western feminism for universalizing women’s struggles without considering cultural differences.
What is the future of feminism?
It continues to evolve by engaging with fields like posthumanism and transnationalism.
