Gender Inequality in Canada and Feminism
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Gender Inequality in Canada and Feminism

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What percentage of elected MPs in the Canadian House of Commons were women in 2022?

  • 35.5%
  • 40.5%
  • 30.5% (correct)
  • 25.5%
  • How much do women earn for every dollar earned by men in terms of average hourly wage as of 2021?

  • 75 cents
  • 89 cents (correct)
  • 80 cents
  • 95 cents
  • What is the primary goal of Classical Liberal Feminism?

  • To eliminate legal inequalities between genders (correct)
  • To enhance gender-specific societal roles
  • To advocate for female reproductive rights
  • To promote female-only political groups
  • Which historical milestone occurred in 1982 related to women's rights in Canada?

    <p>First woman appointed as Supreme Court Judge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'patriarchy' refer to in the context of feminist theory?

    <p>A system that privileges one gender over another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What landmark decision was made in 1929 regarding women in Canada?

    <p>Women declared legal persons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of Liberal Feminism?

    <p>Focusing on legal rights and freedoms like voting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long has Canada had a female Prime Minister as of September 2022?

    <p>4 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested approach to social change according to conservative theorists like Burke?

    <p>Gradual change through reform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might traditional beliefs and customs be considered beneficial?

    <p>They contain elements of wisdom that inform society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What critique is commonly associated with conservatism regarding social injustices?

    <p>It encourages the status quo and fails to address prevalent injustices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Burke, what are the potential disadvantages of radical change?

    <p>Displacement of influential individuals and resentment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary argument for preferring gradual change over revolution?

    <p>It allows for the benefits of change without societal upheaval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key principle of conservatism regarding traditional institutions?

    <p>They have inherent value that should be preserved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Edmund Burke suggest about revolutionary social plans?

    <p>They often lead to violence and instability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to conservatism, which aspect of society complicates the understanding of social changes?

    <p>The complexity and unpredictability of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason provided for why Utopian plans may fail?

    <p>They often disregard individual reasoning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Burke imply about changes that seem beneficial initially?

    <p>They may actually cause long-term harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a potential outcome of ignoring conservatism's warning against radical remedies?

    <p>Unintended worsening of social issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the conservative approach to social change?

    <p>Promoting cautious and incremental adjustments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does conservatism suggest about the role of emotions in decision-making?

    <p>They influence behavior alongside reason.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gender Inequality in Canada

    • Women earn less than men in Canada, with women earning 89 cents for every $1 earned by men.
    • Women are underrepresented in political leadership positions, with only 30.5% of elected MPs being women as of 2022.
    • Canada has had a female Prime Minister for only 4 months in its entire 155-year history.

    Patriarchy

    • Patriarchy is a social system that privileges men over women.
    • Feminist theory argues that patriarchy is the root cause of gender inequality.

    Liberal Feminism

    • Liberal feminism aims to extend the rights and freedoms granted to men to women.
    • Liberal feminists believe in equality of rights and opportunities for all genders.

    Classical Liberal Feminism

    • Focuses on eliminating explicit legal inequalities between men and women.
    • Aims to secure equal rights and freedoms for women, including suffrage, the right to hold public office, and equal economic treatment.
    • Key milestones in Canada:
      • 1918: Most women gained the right to vote in federal elections.
      • 1929: Women were legally recognized as "persons" in the Persons Case.
      • 1930: The first woman was appointed to the Senate.
      • 1982: The first woman was appointed to the Supreme Court.
      • 1993: The first female Prime Minister of Canada was elected.

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    Explore the issues of gender inequality in Canada through the lens of feminism. This quiz covers topics such as wage gaps, political representation, and the evolution of feminist theories, including liberal and classical liberal feminism. Test your knowledge about the historical milestones and the ongoing fight for gender equality in Canada.

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