Some third-wave feminists embrace sexiness and femininity as part of being empowered. What is your position on this issue? Defend your stance.

What will be an ideal response?


ANS: Answers will vary and depend on the student’s own justification. Students should demonstrate a clear grasp of third-wave feminism and make an argument. Make sure to see that their argument is logical (rather than that you agree with it).

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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All of the following are factors that lead to more rape-prone campuses, except for

a) mandatory membership in fraternities. b) a tradition of heavy drinking. c) not seriously dealing with sexual assault. d) rampant homophobia.

Sociology

Japanese students typically attend school more hours per day than American students. In Japan, learning is more group-centered and focused than in the United States. Teamwork and cooperation are also stressed in Japanese schools, whereas students in the United States are taught to have more individualistic values. What would explain the differences between Japanese and American schools?

A. The dominant ideology in Japan supports a more cooperative education than the United States. B. The dominant ideology in Japan discourages any kind of competition among students. C. Americans place more value and emphasis on family than the Japanese. D. Americans are unable to keep schools open year-round because of the costs of maintaining the buildings.

Sociology

The FBI Crime Index includes all of the following crimes EXCEPT:

a. forcible rape b. motor vehicle theft c. prostitution d. burglary

Sociology