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English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature LESSON 10.1 Feminism Table of Contents Introduction 1 Objective 2 DepEd C...

English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature LESSON 10.1 Feminism Table of Contents Introduction 1 Objective 2 DepEd Competency 2 Warm-Up 2 Learn about It 3 What is Feminism? 4 Misconceptions about Feminism 4 Patriarchal Ideology 5 Feminist Ideology 6 Key Points 6 Check Your Understanding 7 Let’s Step Up! 9 Bibliography 9 English  Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature Lesson 10.1 Feminism Fig. 1. How do you feel about the notion that men are supposed to be providers of the family, while women are meant to stay in the kitchen, take care of the children, and serve their husbands? Introduction Flower power. Girls rule. Equality between sexes. These are some of the catchphrases that are often associated with feminism. The notion that men and women should be treated equally by society is a topic that is constantly discussed until this day. In this lesson, you will 1 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature discover the ideologies behind feminism and how it is evident in the literature. Objective In this lesson, you should be able to explain feminism. DepEd Competency At the end of this lesson, you should be able to critique a literary selection based on the gender relationships of characters (feminist) (EN10RC-IIi-2.22). Warm-Up Think-Pair-Share Procedure 1. With a partner, think of activities, roles, and ideas men and women can do separately and together. 2. Plot these ideas on the Venn diagram provided below. 3. Share your output in class. 4. Compare your Venn diagram with the other pairs and discuss your observations. 2  English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature Learn about It Vocabulary liberate to give freedom to (verb) vulnerable easily hurt or attacked (adjective) effeminate someone showing qualities that are (adjective) more suited to women 3  English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature Essential Question How does feminism address the issue of patriarchal ideology? What is Feminism? Feminism is the advocacy of women’s rights on the grounds of political, social, and economic equality with men. This advocacy means that feminism is a movement that aims to provide equal opportunities for women to become intellectual equals to men. Misconceptions about Feminism There are various misconceptions about feminism, some of which are the following: 1. All feminists hate men. Feminism does not aim to discriminate against men or the male gender. It promotes women's equality with men by dismissing the idea that men are superior to women. 2. Feminism only liberates women at the expense of men. Feminism does not benefit only women. Men can also benefit from the ideals of feminism. Feminism champions the idea that the stereotype should not pressure men that they are supposed to be strong or have the responsibility to be the sole provider for their families. 3. Women cannot be feminine and be a feminist at the same time. Being a feminist does not mean women have to quit shaving or become more “masculine” regarding movement or manner of speaking. Feminism focuses on the equality between genders, and it does not follow that your expression should be sacrificed for your beliefs or how you should act based on society's dictates. 4. Feminists are “man-haters” or “lesbians.” One’s sexual orientation does not make the person a feminist or non-feminist. Being a feminist does not mean that one is a  4 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature believer that all men are unworthy or that one is a woman who is attracted to another woman. Being a feminist just means that one fights for the abolishment of a patriarchal society. 5. Men cannot be feminists. On the contrary, men can be feminists too. Feminism can help men as much as it helps women. It promotes abolishing stereotypes that hinder men from expressing their ability to feel and become vulnerable and human. Patriarchal Ideology Patriarchy is defined as a system of social organization wherein men are the main figure of authority in a family, clan, or tribe, and this authority is passed on to the male members of the family. This is the idea that males are expected to act as the leaders of the unit and are expected to assume a superior position to females. The following table shows the gender roles of males and females based on a patriarchal ideology: Males Females strong emotional rational weak decisive submissive protective nurturing It is believed that in a patriarchal society, males are supposed to have a stronger personality wherein they are not allowed to cry or show vulnerability. Men should also have the capacity to be good decision-makers and providers because they are expected to be the provider and protectors of the family or unit. They are also expected to avoid expressing emotions of love  or sympathy toward other men and become successful in everything they do. Failure to do so will brand them as being “womanly, feminine, or being gay or effeminate.” 5 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature On the other hand, women are considered weak and vulnerable. They are expected to be “damsels in distress” who need to be saved by their male counterparts. Because of that, they are expected to submit themselves to the authority of the males because they are seen as “the weaker sex.” They are also seen as mothers: ones who nurture and guide the children. Women showing stronger personalities are often branded as being violent, aggressive, or even monstrous. In retrospect, the patriarchal ideology is rooted in the cultural notion of what is masculine and what is feminine. Sex is biologically determined, while our actions are dictated by what society would like to instill in us based on our sex. Feminist Ideology The feminist movement aims to eradicate the objectification of women brought about by the patriarchal ideology. Women should not be defined by the idea of inferiority established by the patriarchal society. Men and women are equally allowed to express emotions without basing on their sex or what is expected of them by society. Men and women should have equal opportunities that are not dictated or affected by their sex or position in society. Let’s Check In What are the common gender roles of males and females in a patriarchal society?  Key Points Feminism is the advocacy of women’s rights on the grounds of political, social, and economic equality to men. This means that feminism is a movement that aims to provide equal opportunities for women to become intellectual equals of men. 6 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature The Philippine society is a patriarchal society with defined gender roles for males and females, but feminist advocates and gender equality advocates have revolutionized our gender norms in the 21st century. Check Your Understanding Answer the following questions. 1. What is feminism? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. What are the misconceptions on feminism? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________  3. Why are men expected to have stronger personalities than women? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. What happens when men show weakness and vulnerability? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 7 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature 5. In your own words, what is the aim of feminism? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Watch the video “Why Gender Equality is Good for Everybody-Men Included,” a 2015 TED Talk by Dr Michael Kimmel. Reflect on its salient points and answer the guide questions below: 1. How did the video make you feel? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Can you reflect on the ways that sexism and/or racism impacts your life? __________________________________________________________________________________________  __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Why is gender equality relevant in today’s society? __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ 8 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature Let’s Step Up! Interview your grandparents or a senior citizen and ask the following prompt questions: 1. What were the activities or ideas that were expected of a man/woman during your teenage years? 2. How are the expectations of a man/woman today different from your time? 3. Do you believe that men and women should be treated equally? Why? Create an essay that compares your interview with concepts you learned in this lesson. Bibliography  2014. "11 Misconceptions About Feminism You Need To Stop Believing In." Mensxp. November 25. Accessed September 4, 2018. https://www.mensxp.com/special-features/today/24476-11-misconceptions-about-fe minism-you-need-to-stop-believing-in.html. Boundless. 2016. “The Feminist Perspective.” Boundless Sociology. Accessed September 3, 2018.https://www.boundless.com/sociology/textbooks/boundless-sociology-textbook /sociology-1/theoretical-perspectives-in-sociology-24/the-feminist-perspective-158-79 30/. Brizee, Allen, J. Case Tompkins, Libby Chernouski, and Elizabeth Boyle. 2010. “Feminist Criticism (1960s–present).” Accessed September 4, 2018. https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/722/11/. 9 English Grade 10 Unit 10: The Feminist Approach to Reading Literature Kimmel, Michael. “Why Gender Equality Is Good for Everyone - Men Included.” Michael Kimmel: Why gender equality is good for everyone - men included | TED Talk. Accessed July 6, 2022. https://www.ted.com/talks/michael_kimmel_why_gender_equality_is_good_for_every one_men_included/transcript?language=en. Tyson, Lois. 2006. "Feminist Criticism." In Critical Theory Today, 83-167. New York: Routledge. 10