Vocab
What is Patriarchy?
a social system where men hold the majority of power and control in leadership roles, property, and decision-making
What is the Maiden?
Stereotypical young woman, who is curious, innocent/naive, and considered weak
In a patriarchal society, woman are ______ ________.
Systematically excluded
When was the 1st wave of french feminisim?
19th Century
Who played stereotypical Ken in the Barbie Movie?
Ryan Gosling
What is Feminism?
the belief and aim that women should have the same rights, power, and opportunities as men
What is the stereotype of the Mother?
Someone who has motherly instinct, nurturing, and patience
Who does the Patriarchy hurt?
Women, Men (who do not fit the full masculine identity) and Society
What does écriture féminine translate to?
Feminine Writing
This sport uses a net, a ball, and racquets, and is played in singles or doubles
What is Tennis?
What is Male Gaze?
act of depicting women and the world in the visual arts and in literature from a masculine, heterosexual perspective that presents and represents women as sexual objects for the pleasure of the heterosexual male viewer.
What is the stereotype of the Crone?
An old woman, considered malicious, ugly, and isolated
List 2 examples where Patriarchy is seen in society
Gender Pay Gap, Sexualized, Social Norms, Institutional Power
(head of household, inheriting family wealth, taking a mans last name)
What were 2 things that women fought for in the 2nd wave of french feminism?
Sexuality, family, work, reproductive rights, domestic violence, divorce and custody laws
This scientist conducted pioneering research on radioactivity and was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize.
Who is Marie Curie?
What is Misogyny?
the hatred, dislike, or prejudice against women
Is reinforcing gender stereotypes considered a Normative or Marginal stereotype?
Normative Stereotype
Why does Patriarchy not support all Men?
It pressures some to conform to narrow traditional ideas of masculinity, limits expression and individuality of those who don't fit that mold.
What is 1 difference between French Feminism and American/Western Feminism?
The French want to embrace difference, whereas Americans want equality overall.
What is the largest organ in the human body?
What is the skin?
What is Phallogocentrism?
A system of thought or society that is centered on the masculine (the “phalls”) and often privileges it over the feminine.
Is questioning or pushing back against gender stereotypes considered a Normative or Marginal stereotype?
What is 1 of the 3 important questions to ask when using the Lens with Patriarchy?
- How are women portrayed?
- How do power dynamics between genders appear? (Who has power?)
- Does the piece challenge or reinforce patriarchy?
What is the purpose of feminine writing?
Opposing traditional / male-dominated literature.
How many capybaras were featured throughout our presentation?
17 capybaras