POL210 Chapter 08 Ideologies Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is racism?

Belief that one race is innately superior to other races or ethnic groups.

What is sexism?

Belief that one sex is innately superior to another.

What does 'politics of identity' refer to?

Self-identification of people who share characteristics of a larger group.

What is oppression?

Means used to press down or deform others. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'external' restraints?

Restrictions on human freedom, such as unjust laws. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'internal' restraints?

Beliefs and attitudes accepted by oppressed people that inhibit freedom. Signup and view all the answers

What are the five features of liberation ideologies?

They address oppressed groups, aim to liberate from restrictions, raise consciousness, and transform systems of oppression. Signup and view all the answers

What is homophobia?

An irrational hostility, hatred, or fear of homosexuals. Signup and view all the answers

What are integrationist or assimilationist ideologies?

Aimed at full integration of black people into society. Signup and view all the answers

What are separatist or 'black nationalist' ideologies?

Aimed at building racial pride and self-sufficiency among black people. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'double rage' mean?

Hatred not only for one's oppressors, but also of oneself and one's race. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Nineteenth Amendment?

The constitutional amendment adopted in 1920 that guarantees women the right to vote. Signup and view all the answers

What is liberal feminism?

Also known as first-wave feminism, focused on eliminating legal inequalities. Signup and view all the answers

What is radical feminism?

Belief that patriarchy and sexism require social and cultural transformation. Signup and view all the answers

What is consciousness-raising?

The process by which women heighten their awareness of inequality. Signup and view all the answers

What does the 1964 Civil Rights Act entail?

Made discrimination by employers illegal and enforced civil rights laws. Signup and view all the answers

What is the master-slave dialectic?

Posits that social relationships are based on a master-slave model. Signup and view all the answers

What is Indigenism?

Social theories relating to the relationships between Indian and White races. Signup and view all the answers

What is civil disobedience?

A nonviolent, public refusal to obey unjust laws. Signup and view all the answers

What are reparations?

Acts of atonement for the consequences of slavery. Signup and view all the answers

What is collective guilt?

The notion that a group should bear guilt for the wrongdoings of particular members. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Nation of Islam?

A group of militant Black Americans advocating for Islamic beliefs and independence. Signup and view all the answers

Who were suffragists?

Those who sought voting rights for women in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Seneca Falls Declaration?

A declaration stating 'all men and women are created equal'. Signup and view all the answers

What is animal liberation?

A movement aimed at freeing all animals from human use. Signup and view all the answers

What is speciesism?

The belief that humans are superior to animals. Signup and view all the answers

What is male chauvinism?

Assumption of male superiority. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Stonewall Riot?

A 1969 event where clients fought back during a raid on a gay club. Signup and view all the answers

What does orthopraxis mean?

Right practice. Signup and view all the answers

What are animal rights?

The movement insisting that animals have moral rights equal to humans. Signup and view all the answers

What does gay pride entail?

Cultural expressions of gay activism promoting gay rights. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts of Liberation and Identity Ideologies

Racism: A belief in the superiority of one's own race over others, often leading to discrimination and prejudice.
Sexism: The belief that one sex (often male) is inherently superior to another (often female).
Politics of Identity: Individuals identifying with larger groups defined by characteristics like race, gender, or sexual orientation.

Forms of Oppression

Oppression: Various methods (institutional, legal, etc.) used to suppress or demean certain groups.
External Restraints: Restrictions such as discriminatory laws and barriers affecting freedom in education, housing, and employment.
Internal Restraints: Accepted beliefs by oppressed individuals that hinder their quest for freedom, often unconscious and uncritical.

Features of Liberation Ideologies

Target specific oppressed groups based on immutable characteristics.
Oppressed groups are under the control of a dominant group.
Focus on liberating groups from both external and internal restrictions.
Promote awareness and consciousness-raising about oppression.
Aim to transform oppressive systems and structures.

Movements and Ideologies

Homophobia: Irrational fear or hatred towards homosexual individuals.
Black Liberation Ideologies:
- Integrationist/Assimilationist: Focuses on merging black individuals into society and removing external restrictions.
- Separatist/Black Nationalist: Aims to foster racial pride and self-sufficiency within the black community.
Double Rage: Feelings of hatred directed towards both oppressors and oneself.

Historical Context

Nineteenth Amendment: Ratified in 1920, granting women the right to vote.
Liberal Feminism: First-wave feminism aiming to address legal inequalities faced by women.
Radical Feminism: Critiques liberal feminism for not addressing deep-rooted societal patriarchy and advocates for transformative changes.
Consciousness-Raising: Activities designed to promote awareness of gender inequality among women.

Key Legislation

1964 Civil Rights Act: Prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, or sex by employers and solidifies civil rights enforcement.

Philosophical Perspectives

Master-Slave Dialectic: A concept by Hegel that describes relationships of dependency between oppressors and the oppressed.

Cultural Movements

Indigenism: Theories exploring the dynamics between Indigenous and white populations, focusing on social redemption for Indigenous peoples.
Civil Disobedience: The act of openly defying unjust laws through nonviolent means.
Reparations: Compensation for historical injustices, particularly related to slavery.

Notable Groups and Events

Collective Guilt: Concept suggesting that certain groups bear guilt for the wrongs committed by individuals within that group.
Nation of Islam: Advocacy group for Black Americans promoting Islamic faith and independence.
Suffragists: Advocates for women's voting rights during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Seneca Falls Declaration: A foundational document in the women's rights movement advocating for equal legal treatment.

Animal Rights and Liberation

Animal Liberation: Movement seeking to free all animals from human use and exploitation.
Speciesism: The belief in human superiority over animals, comparable to racism.
Animal Rights: The belief that animals possess moral rights equal to those of humans, opposing their use in research, entertainment, and food.

Male Chauvinism: The ideology asserting male superiority.
Stonewall Riot (1969): A pivotal protest against police raids on gay establishments, marking the start of the Gay Liberation movement.
Gay Pride: Celebrations and activism to promote LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

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Test your understanding of key concepts from POL210 Chapter 08, focusing on liberation and identity ideologies. This quiz covers important terms such as racism, sexism, and the politics of identity. Enhance your knowledge of these critical social issues and their implications.