U.S. Women's Rights Movements in the 1960s

What impact did the Civil Rights and Feminist Movements of the 1960s have on social science disciplines?

• They led to the decline of social sciences.

• They had no significant impact on social sciences.

• They shaped and advanced social science research.

• They focused exclusively on economic studies.

Who was a central figure in the Civil Rights Movement known for advocating nonviolent protest and delivering the "I Have a Dream" speech?

• Gloria Steinem

• Betty Friedan

• C. Wright Mills

• Martin Luther King Jr.

Which feminist leader in the 1960s played a prominent role in shaping feminist theory and research?

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Gloria Steinem

• Betty Friedan

• C. Wright Mills

What book by Betty Friedan became a catalyst for the feminist movement and contributed to the development of gender studies?

• "The Feminine Mystique"

• "I Have a Dream"

• "The Sociological Imagination"

• "The Civil Rights Manifesto"

Whose work on the sociological imagination encouraged individuals to connect personal troubles with broader social issues?

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Gloria Steinem

• Betty Friedan

• C. Wright Mills

What value did both the Civil Rights and Feminist Movements emphasize, highlighting the importance of fighting against discrimination and injustice?

• Academic research

• Social justice

• Financial success

• Isolationism

The concept of intersectionality, recognized by these movements, emphasizes that individuals can experience multiple forms of oppression simultaneously, such as:

• Race and religion

• Gender and age

• Income and education

• Race, gender, and class

What did scholars and activists from these movements demonstrate the power of in effecting social change?

• Philosophical debates

• Scientific discovery

• Research and advocacy

• Political extremism

What important value regarding inclusivity and diversity did the Civil Rights and Feminist Movements underscore?

• The importance of exclusion

• The value of a homogenous society

• The significance of diverse voices and perspectives

• The superiority of one culture over others

What was the cause of the Feminist Movement in the 1960s?

• To secure equal rights for African Americans

• To end racial segregation

• To address gender-based discrimination and inequality

• To promote economic growth