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What is Gender Stratification?
What does 'Sex' refer to?
The biological characteristics that distinguish males and females
What does 'Gender' refer to?
The social, cultural and psychological aspects of being male or female
What were the two branches of the First Wave of the Women's Rights Movement?
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When did the Second Wave of the Women's Rights Movement begin?
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What does the Third Wave of the Women's Rights Movement focus on?
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Women are considered a minority group only in terms of numbers.
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What are factors that lead to Sexual Harassment?
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What is Gender Socialization?
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Gender and Sex are interchangeable terms.
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What solution is proposed to address Violence Against Women?
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Study Notes
Gender Stratification
- Refers to the unequal distribution of wealth, power, and privileges between genders within a society.
Sex
- Biological attributes distinguishing males from females, including chromosomes, anatomy, and hormones.
Gender
- Socially constructed roles and behaviors associated with being male or female, influenced by cultural expectations and socialization.
First Wave of the Women's Rights Movement
- Emerged with two factions: a radical branch seeking broad societal reforms and a conservative branch primarily focused on women's suffrage.
- The conservative faction became the dominant force during this wave.
Second Wave of the Women's Rights Movement
- Originated in the late 1960s as women increasingly entered the workforce and began to address gender inequalities.
- Aimed at improving working conditions and reforming policies related to violence against women.
Third Wave of the Women's Rights Movement
- Focuses on global issues affecting women, particularly in less industrialized nations.
- Emphasizes reproductive rights and challenges to societal norms regarding women's sexuality.
Women as a Minority Group
- Women are categorized as a minority due to discrimination based on physical or cultural traits, despite their numerical presence.
Factors Leading to Sexual Harassment
- Involves the abuse of authority to coerce unwanted sexual advances toward women, highlighting power dynamics.
Gender Socialization
- The process by which society channels children into specific life paths based on their gender, cultivating distinct male and female identities.
Gender vs. Sex
- Gender encompasses societal teachings and roles, while sex refers to biological differences; the two are not interchangeable.
Solutions to Violence Against Women
- Effective solutions must sever the link between violence and traditional notions of masculinity, addressing underlying societal attitudes.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts of gender stratification and related terms with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on the definitions of gender, sex, and the societal implications of their differences. Prepare effectively for your final exam with these essential terms.
