Test 2-13-24 Flashcards
Sex
Usually determined by the presence of absence of biological characteristics (penis or vagina).
Includes, but not limited to, “male” and “female”
Gender
Set of socially constructed behaviors/characteristics often associated with sex categories. Includes, but not limited to “masculine”,”feminine”,”man”, or “woman”.
Other Gender Terms: Genderfluid, Genderqueer, Non-binary, Agender
Non-Binary
Non-Binary is a term that people use when they don’t fit in the norm of women or men.
Gender Binary
a system of gender classification in which all people are categorized as being either male or female.
“Doing Gender”
Instead of just being born with certain gender traits, people actively act out and perform their gender roles in everyday life through things like clothing choices, behaviors.
Transgender
Transgender refers to someone whose gender identity doesn’t match the sex they were assigned at birth.
Transgender Phenomena
Being transgender means that a person’s gender identity doesn’t align with the sex they were assigned at birth.
Intersex
Intersex is when a person is born with a reproductive or sexual anatomy and/or a chromosome pattern that can’t be classified as typically male or female.
“Baby X”
A generation describing when they were born so like they are baby x.
Social Construction of Language
how we talk and what the words mean that is influenced by the society we live in.
Gender-Stereotyping Through Language
how when we use language to make certain ideas about how a female or male should behave or act. This was used in the olden time such as the female is a stay-at-home mother.
the “romance” of the egg and the sperm
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Male Generics
MANkind, MANmade, MANpower.
FireMAN, PoliceMAN, MailMAN, ChairMAN.
“You Guys”.
Singular “They”
a way of describing someone who is gender neutural and not in the category of male and female.
Sexuality
who they are sexual towards. Other terms: Homosexual, Gray Romantic, and Graysexual.
Queer
a term that has been reclaimed by the LGBTQ+ community. Originally used as a derogatory term, it has been embraced by many as an inclusive and umbrella term for sexual orientations and gender identities outside of the heterosexual and cisgender norms.
LGBTQIA+
LGBTQIA+ is a way of describing a diverse community of people with different sexual orientations and gender identities. It stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual
Continuum Heteronormativity
Heteronormativity is like assuming that being heterosexual is the norm or standard in society. The continuum refers to the idea that there’s a range of behaviors and identities related to sexual orientation, but society often focuses on and reinforces the idea that being straight is the most common or preferred way.
Compulsory Heterosexuality
Compulsory Heterosexuality is about the idea that society expects everyone to be straight, even if that’s not how they really feel.
Feminism Patriarchy
Feminism fights against patriarchy. Patriarchy is like a system where men often hold more power and control than women.
Hegemonic Maculinity
Hegemonic masculinity is like the boss version of traditional male behavior in a society. It’s the idea that certain ways of being a man, like being tough and in control, are seen as the most valued and dominant, setting the standard for others to follow.
Hypermasculinity
Hypermasculinity is when someone acts super tough and dominant, going way overboard with traditional ideas of how a “real man” should behave.
Liberal Feminism
about making sure women have the same rights and opportunities as men, especially in laws and politics, so everyone is treated
Radical Feminism
Stresses differences between women and men; do-over
Anti-Racist Feminism
Calls attention to the role of racism in shaping women’s experiences with sexism (example, “Womanism”/Alice Walker).
Intersectional Feminism
Emphasis on interconnectedness of categories of identities and systems of oppression.
First Wave Feminism
1848-1920 was the first wave
Declaration of Sentiments
The Declaration of Sentiments is a historical document drafted during the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848. It was a pivotal event in the early women’s rights movement in the United States.
Sojourner Truth
Helped expand the women’s rights movement, but also pointed out the limits of the movement.
She was formerly enslaved, and her famous quote was “And Ain’t I a Woman?”
19th Amendment
The 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote in the U.S.
Second Wave Feminism
1960-1980
Women’s Rights
Women’s Rights refer to the legal, social, and political entitlements and freedoms that ensure equal opportunities and treatment for women.
Women’s Liberation (aka Feminism)
Women’s liberation, often shortened to feminism, is a movement advocating for equal rights, opportunities, and treatment of women.
Combahee River Collective (1974)
Mainly black, lesbian women focusing on class struggles.
* Intersectionality idea
* Racism for mainly women but also black men as well
* Organized projects to bring awareness to abuse and abortion rights along with other topics
Backlash
Backlash refers to a strong negative reaction or resistance agaist a particular movement or change.
Third Wave Feminism
1990-2010
Veiling
Veiling typically refers to the practice of wearing a veil, scarf, or other covering. Often over the head or face.
Decolonizing Feminism
Decolonizing feminism is about challenging and changing traditional feminist perspectives to include and prioritize the experiences and voices of women from marginalized or colonized communities.
Intersectionality
Intersectionality means that a person’s different traits, like being a certain gender, race, or class, can mix together to shape their experiences.
Oppression
Oppression is the systematic denial of access to cultural, material, and institutional resources based on perceived or actual social status membership.
Privilege
Advantages people have by virtue of their status in society.
Invisible Package or “Knapsack” of unearned assets.
