Feminism and Postcolonialism

When did feminism become a movement with great cultural influence?

• 1990's

• 1940's

• 1950's

• 1960's

Which of the following are types of feminism? Choose 2.

• obtuse feminism

• liberal feminism

• radical feminism

• binary feminism

Who was Mary Wollstonecraft?

• Angelica Gibb's grandmother

• Mary Shelley's mother

• Shelley Wollstonecraft's mother

• George Orwell's grandmother

According to feminists, how have female characters often been portrayed in literature, movies, and TV?

• Angry

• Beautiful

• Powerful

• Passive

What does postcolonialism mean?

• after colonialism

• during colonialism

• the cause of colonialism

• the beginning of colonialism

What do many feminists say about competition?

• it is necessary for progress

• it brings out the best in people

• it is a male form of human relationship

• it is good motivation

True or False. Everyone agrees that feminism is a part of postmodern culture.

• True

• False

What does it mean to be "the object of the male gaze"?

• they are considered to be mostly for looking at.

• they are considered unattractive

• they are considered to be highly intelligent

• they are to be feared and despised.

What do liberal feminists believe?

• we should give women equal opportunities

• society needs to accept the feminine way of thinking, feeling, and doing things

• housewives should be paid a salary by their husbands

• men should be forced to do more housework

What do radical feminists believe?

• we should give women equal opportunities

• society needs to accept the feminine way of thinking, feeling, and doing things

• housewives should be paid a salary by their husbands

• men should be forced to do more housework