Sexuality Flashcards
What is heteronormativity?
The idea that it is normal or natural to be heterosexual
What country introduced non-gender specific pronouns?
Sweden- hen
Where can an attempt for non-gender specific terms be seen in the uk?
Brighton councils suggestion of pronoun Mx- Mixter, however this was met with criticism including national newspapers
When did the queer theory emerge?
The 90’s
What does the queer theory suggest?
That queer is a position that rejects mainstream expressions or conventions of all type of behaviour
What is a falsetto?
A rapid vocal fold vibration in a very high pitch
What did Robert Podesva study and when?
The use of falsetto by a gay male in 3 different environments (BBQ with friends, talk with dad and work meeting) to construct his persona, 2007
What did Robert Podesva find in his study?
Falsetto use was over double in the BBQ setting- longer and higher/wider pitch
What type of language did Paul Baker investigate?
Polari
What is Polari?
A form of slang between gay men, often associated with being an anti-language
When and where did Polari emerge?
From the 40’s to 60’s in London, rippled out to the British merchant navy and the theatre scene
What are some examples of Polari lexis?
Bevy-drink, lallies-legs, trade-sex
