Keywords

Question 1

Patriarchal ideology

Answer 1

A set of ideas or outlooks that forward the idea that men are superior to women.

Question 2

Madonna/whore stereotypes

Answer 2

The whore stereotype is a highly sexualised version of womanhood. In contrast, Madonna stereotypes emphasise innocence and incorruptibility as a socially desired female ideal.

Question 3

Male gaze

Answer 3

A stylised depiction of women that invites viewers to take erotic pleasure whilst viewing the female form. The female gaze is constructed through invitational poses and passive body language.

Question 4

Jezebel stereotype

Answer 4

A black female stereotype that constructs a highly sexualised representation of black femininity. Jezebel characters are usually sexually aggressive or predatory.

Question 5

Institutionalised racism

Answer 5

Institutionalised racism occurs when racist ideas or actions are embedded so deeply within an organisation that they are invisible.

Question 6

Intersectionality

Answer 6

A branch of feminism that links the oppression of women and racial prejudice. Intersectionalists argue that women & people of colour are collectively oppressed by white male privilege.

Question 7

New Orleans

Answer 7

A city with a high population of black people living.